Japanese Decorative Objects

A beautifully sculptural Japanese bamboo hanakago (flower basket) with a distinctive rounded body and twisted handle. Expertly handwoven in a bold open-weave technique, this piece co...

A fine quality late 19h Century Meiji period (1868-1912) Silver wired Cloisonné enamel vase, having this wonderful classical Cobalt blue ground, with exotic birds flying among prunus...

Mid-century turned wood bowls by Japanese artist Shigemichi Aomine (b. 1916) for the National Craft Council of Japan. 1960s.

This exquisite petite carved wood dish from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) masterfully depicts a lotus leaf in intricate detail. The top surface of the dish showcases the deli...

Very large unique contemporary Japanese Kutani hand painted porcelain vase in a stunning unusual handcrafted rectangular shape body, with a unique interpretation of giraffes in vivid...

Quality antique Japanese satsuma baluster vase, having a quality antique Japanese satsuma vase with wonderful hand painted decoration of figural and landscape scenes in blue, gold, b...

A very large Meiji period bronze vase, possibly for temple use, with high relief design and elephant head handles, late 19th century, Japan. Of baluster form and unusual size, yet ...

Large contemporary Japanese decorative porcelain vase, intricately hand painted on a stunningly shaped porcelain body in beautiful shades of blue and pink to create a transparent sur...

A Fantastic Japanese Meji Period Patinated Bronze Dragon Vase. This vase is both elegant and awe-inspiring specifically for its Size and shape. The very...

Impressive 19th century Imari porcelain lidded serving bowl beautifully hand decorated in traditional blue, red and gold with delicate floral medallions.

Small midcentury vase, signed. Most likely from Japan.

Japanese Edo Period Saga Ningyo, Ca. 1850 DIMENSIONS Height: 9.5 inches Width: 6 inches Depth: 5 inches

A nice zinc plated elephant paperweight by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk, circa 1970s. . The piece is in very good condition and signed on the underside. #4989

A richly glazed majolica jardinière, modeled in the faux-bois taste with an entwined vine-form rim and root-form feet. The body has deeply molded leaves, berries, and blossoms in hig...

A Japanese four-case lacquer inro by a member of Kajikawa family circa 19th century (late Edo to early Meiji period). It depicts a nocturnal scenery of a meandering stream surrounded by bush clovers, where a full moon is reflected on the water. It was masterfully decorated in gold and silver maki-e using a combination of techniques including takamakie, togidashi and kirigane as well as aogai (abalone shell) inlays. The stream was set between the slightly elevated banks, adding to this piece a already strong three-dimensional composition. The interior was decorated in gold nashiji. It was signed on the bottom "Kajikawa Zou" (made by Kajikawa and a pot seal centered with "Ei" in Kanji. In one of the compartment, there is a katakana mark, appears to be a name, possibly the owner. Kajikawa clan was one of the most famous lacquer artisanal family established in the 17th century. Many well known members over the generations produced lacquer art in a wide range of formats, but two third were signed only with the family name such as this one. It is therefore not possible to pinpoint the exact author of this piece. Provenance: This inro was purchased as lot 349 in Christie's New York sale Japanese...

Serene, elegant, and handsome bronze sculpture. Simple lines that are undeniably midcentury. Finely hand casted (evokes Brutalist), it boasts a handsome verdigris patina. This avian ...

It is used in Japan. It seems to be in the Edo period (1700s-1800s). But details are unknown. The unique distorted shape is beautiful. The color and balance of the glaze are al...

Small cloisonné vase in bronze. Signed to the bottom. Blue enamel base color decorated with numerous flowers, reeds, a rabbit etc. in polychrome e...

Nice little black lacquer box from Japan. It is made of black lacquered wood and decorated with flowers and foliage. The inside is covered with red velvet. It is ideal for storing je...

Charming beckoning cat with left paw raised is a gilded and hand painted porcelain piece from the Kutani region of Japan. Beckoning cats come in two varieties. The more common right-handed beckoning cat (with right paw raised) is said to bring money and wealth to its owner, and are to this day frequently seen in shops and restaurants in Japan. The less common left-handed cat is said to be inviting friends and acquaintances to hearth and home. While the origins of the Japanese beckoning cat (known as maneki neko in Japanese) are unclear, contemporary woodblock...

Patinated bronze bust of a distinguished Japanese gentleman in western attire, 20 by 12 by 10 inches, 43 lbs, signed Seiyo and dated 1928, the third year of the Showa era, ruled by E...

Beautiful set of 4 bronze dancer figures. This group of 4 petite figures have graceful lines and a beautiful golden finish with patina. Circa 1950s. These abstract figures with a variegated gold patina depict female Japanese Awa Odori...

A wonderfully decorative Japanese Kutani vase, Meiji period 1868-1912. Having the classical orange ground with scrolling foliate decoration, inset...

The Design & Impact: This striking Kakuyū Glazed Carved Bowl by Fukushima Zenzō is formed as a broad, open vessel measuring approximately 44 cm in diameter. Its generous scale gi...

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji period Mitsunorian inlaid bronze ovoid vase. Decorated in high relief with shibuichi, gilt, copper, and shakudō inlays depicting a continuous scen...

Introducing a magnificent Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase adorned with enchanting iris blossoms. This extraordinary vase encapsulates the essence of Japanese artist...

A contemporary porcelain beckoning cat, or maneki-neko, intricately gilded and hand-painted in the Kutani region of Japan. The cat raises its left paw and is adorned with multiple gold medallions, its body covered in the raised decorative loops characteristic of Kutani's mori style, a distinct regional technique this sculpture showcases throughout. The beckoning cat's exact origins remain uncertain, but contemporary woodblock...

Sharing with you this amazing Japanese Kutani model of a recumbent sleeping cat, 19th Century. The details and facial expression are amazing. With enamel ribbon bow tied around its n...

Exquisite contemporary large porcelain vase, hand painted showcasing a dramatic scene of two dragons facing each other set against a dimpled black background, a signed piece from the...

Japan, late Meiji period or later, a large black square organizer box and cover, decorated with geometric squares in gold on the cover

A monumental pair of antique Japanese Imari porcelain floor vases, Meiji Period (circa 1880–1900). These exquisite floriform trumpet-shaped vases are masterfully hand-painted in ric...

Very Large hand painted and decorated / gilt Japanese floor vases in the Imari porcelain. The vase features exterior / interior hand painted Japane...

Exceptional pair of large-scale Japanese cachepots from the Meiji period, crafted in bronze and exquisitely decorated using the refined champlevé cloisonné enamel technique, emblemat...

On offer is large cast bronze lobster (known as Ebi in Japanese) circa 1890-1900s of Late Meiji period. Different from Spiny lobster (Ise-Ebi), these are commonly known as Western lo...

A beautifully hand-carved wooden bear sculpture from Japan, dating to the 1960s and inspired by traditional Ainu craftsmanship from Hokkaido. This strikin...

An art deco bronze planter with silver details.

Very nice blue & White Kendi/Ghendi, 200mm high. With a floral landscape scene. Nicely carved also. Beautiful piece! The 'kendi', a drinking water vessel with a spout but no handle,...

A pair of fine antique Japanese Imari porcelain soap dishes Decorated throughout with floral devices in underglaze blue, iron-red paint, and gilding. ...

A beautiful pair of vintage Japanese cloisonne vases. We would date them from around the mid twentieth century, though they could be earlier. The quality is outstanding, they are a ...

A charming pair of early 20th century hand painted Nippon porcelain vases, each featuring twin handles and a richly decorated design of cascading g...

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our Argentina galleries are shipped directly to your address via air freight. • Simplified Customs Management: We handle the processing of export permits and the payment of customs duties. You will receive your purchase without additional paperwork or surprise costs. • High-Security Packaging: Following FedEx international standards, each piece is protected in custom-made wooden crates, designed to withstand 1-meter impacts and ensure the integrity of the object during transit. • Note for shipments to the USA: To comply with shipping company regulations and ensure delivery at the destination, a valid tax ID (EIN, SSN, or ITIN) is required. • Domestic US Shipping: For those pieces available in our United States storage, logistics are managed through 1stdibs. Personalized Restorations Our team of expert artisans offers restoration services tailored to your aesthetic preferences and design needs: • Cabinetry and Polishing: We perform polishing work on woods, allowing for transitions from light to dark tones (including deep black finishes). • Upholstery: We reupholster chairs and armchairs with fabrics or leathers of your choice, guaranteeing a high-quality finish. • Lighting: We adapt ceiling lamps by shortening smooth rods to adjust them to the height of your rooms. • Metal Treatment: Restoration of chromed or silver-plated bronze pieces to their original state. o Chroming or silver-plating services for bronze objects. Personalized Quotes: We would be delighted to advise you and provide a quote for any intervention according to your personal taste. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of High Society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th Century to the mid-20th Century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest Community of Italians outside...

4 Japanese NASCO Porcelain Sake Bottles, Mid-20th century. Green drip-glazed porcelain with cork-lined stopper. Some of the cork has deteriorated. Label on...

Carved wooden bear, originating from the Ainu culture of Hokkaido, Japan. Masterfully hand-carved from solid wood, this sculpture exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of Ainu artis...

An exceptional monumental Japanese stoneware tsubo (storage jar), attributed to the celebrated Tamba kiln tradition and dating to the Edo period, circa 18th–19th century. Standing a...

Meiji Period Japanese mixed metal platter depicting monkey gathering fruit for finely dressed gentlemen. Fine detail and execution of inlay.

Japanese late Meiji period A Large Organizer Red Lacquered Box, decorated with irises and butterflies in gold and black.

A Japanese rectangular keyaki wood hibachi from the 19th century, with copper liner. Used for cooking or warming sake or tea, this elegant Japanese 19th-century hibachi features a re...

MCM glass hurricane lamp in original box by Dansk, circa 1970s. The lamp is in excellent condition with chips or cracks and measures 6"D x 10"H. ...

Boat shaped Ikebana basket, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. Made of bamboo with copper insert, signature of maker. This one of a kind ikebana basket features an irregular wea...

Incredible large-scale wood-fired vase with incised geometric glazed lines adding a design element which transforms this vase into an elegant architectural art piece. Ito Shin (b. ...

Superb pair of Japanese large Meiji period Fukagawa signed porcelain vases (circa 1900). Intricately hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze with polychrome and gold overglaze on a st...

Japanese, Meiji Period. An antique bronze vase constructed in bronze. The vase features several traditional designs including lotus blossoms, birds in flight and other floral detail...

Japanese porcelain Imari vase, circa 1870.

Japanese wooden doll. Kokeshi call made in Japan. The Kokeshi are traditional dolls originating from the north of Japan, the kokeshis were created more than 150 years ago. These Japa...

Vintage Hawaiian/Polynesian nude ceramic female figurine stamped Japan on the bottom. The figurine captures the timeless beauty and grace of the islands with a sensual form. Expertly...

Unique contemporary Japanese decorative porcelain vase hand painted in platinum and black over a beautifully shaped body with a scalloped rim , an exclusive signature piece by a high...

An Oribe-Style rectangular dish with a slightly concaved slab body and up-turned irregular edges, made by Kitaoji Rosanjin (1883-1959) circa 1930-50s....

A finely carved Japanese wooden flower vessel in the form of a traditional bucket (oke). Once associated with the aesthetics of tea culture and seasonal flower display, this piece em...

An important Japanese bamboo Ikebana basket by Yamamoto Chikuryosai I (also known as Chikuryusai I, Shoen after 1929) (1868-1945). Active in Osaka, Kansai region, he was advised by Wada Waichisai I. After 1929, he signed his work as Shoen (Shoen made this), such as this one. This basket was made using "sooted" bamboo (susutake in Japanese). This bamboo materials was collected from traditional thatched-roof houses that had been exposed to decades of smoke from a hearth or cooking fire, therefore the basket displays a deep rich patina that is hard to attain by color-lacquering. The basket featured a large rounded barrel form with handle. The body was constructed with a twill plaiting variation of a more relaxed and loose weave. It allows the light coming through to render the piece a lighter sense. Parallel plaiting was used to reinforce the body with stripes of bamboo, while adding more visual constrict to a free spirited background. Twisted bamboo strips form rope-like handle and the top rim. It is signed "Shoen Made This" on the base. Two-piece water container made from bamboo trunk is retained with the piece as shown. For the artists other and similar work, see baskets masterpieces of Japanese Bamboo Art...

Very cool unique Japanese ceramic dish , circa1970's great condition glossy finish in brown.