Japanese Decorative Objects

Each detail tells a story—subtle curves and hand-painted designs resonate with a profound appreciation for nature and life's transient beauty. The warm hues and glossy finish reflect...

Japanese Art Nouveau Decorative Vase with Birds & Fish, Ca. 1900 Cloisonné Late Meiji Period Circa 1900 DIMENSIONS Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm) Diameter: 10 in (25.4 cm) ABOUT A fi...

Patinated bronze vase decorated with a flying phenix and paulownia leaves. It comes with its tomobako marked with the date Shôwa 5 (1930). Japan, Shôwa period (1926-1989), 1930 ...

Midcentury Japanese gilded gold rim hand painted opaline glass snow white vase. The white milky frosted opaline glass vase features two Geisha girls seating on the floor wearing traditional kimonos and reading. Unique elegant Mid-Century Modern Japanese hand painted glass opaline vase on unique shape. Hand painted in Japan.

Element 01 Bronze Sculpture by Kodai Suga Dimensions: W 60 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Bronze Kodai Suga’s work features an evocative modernistic silhouette that has been imbued wit...

Lovely and rare piece. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: Showa Periode (1926-1989) Original/Reproduction: Original Condition: Ove...

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....

Art Deco Ikebana Basket Chromed Metal Japan, ca. 1930s ABOUT Ikebana is the Japanese art of of beautifully arranging cut stems, leaves, and flowers in vases and other containers t...

Pair of black cast bronze Japanese candleholders censer. Oriental antique late 19th century Meiji period Japanese heavy black bronze candlesticks...

Cool, abstracted Owl, bird motif vase. 6 inches high.

A rare articulate praying mantis made by Myochin Hiroyoshi in the late Meiji Period circa 1890-1900s. As an ornamental display item, this type of item is known in Japanese as Jizai O...

This highly detailed Satsuma bowl is adorned with Buddhist monks and signed “Hododa” on the underside. The columns on the underside read, “Satsuma” and “Hododa.” This represents the ...

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...

Pair of Bronze Sculptures of Fighting Roosters, Japan, circa the 1950s A pair of beautifully and lifelike sculpted bronze roosters with red-painted rooster combs and wattles. These i...

Japanese vase with birds and flowers design Meiji period relief decoration late 19th century Japanese origin piece in perfect condition pa...

Pair of large Japanese Imari pattern covered vases, circa 1860. With over-all fluting.

Meiji period (1868 - 1912) ceramic vase from Okayama Prefecture. Comes with collector's box. Signature reads Kinetsu.

This lovely silver box exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. Precious in the hand, the petite bonbonnière is formed of high quality silver in the shape of a paper folding fa...

A Japanese vintage sake storage jug from the mid-20th century, with red lacquer, bamboo motifs and calligraphy. This Japanese vintage sake storage jug from the mid-20th century, adorned with red lacquer, bamboo motifs, and elegant calligraphy, is a captivating piece that effortlessly blends function with traditional Japanese artistry. Crafted in Japan during the midcentury period, this carrying jug catches the eye with its striking red, black, and brown color palette, beautifully contrasting to create a visual impact. The jug's distinctive shape, combined with its bamboo motifs and hand-painted calligraphy, reflects a deep cultural heritage and the meticulous craftsmanship of its time. This sake jug's unique form and subtle decoration make it an ideal decorative accent in a variety of settings. Placed on a kitchen counter, it can serve as an exotic focal point that brings warmth and authenticity to the space. Alternatively, it can be positioned on a patio table or in a living room, where its bold colors and intricate motifs provide an intriguing conversation starter. Perfect for those who appreciate Japanese culture and design, this vintage sake jug...

This Meji bronze amphora is a superb bronze vase decorated with the depiction of flowers and frogs and on the sides a phoenix. A Japanese vase of the Me...

Set of ten hand painted porcelain Lefton bunnies in different sizes. The biggest bunnies are hollow, and work as a shallow vase or candy bowl. These piec...

A large Japanese ceramic vase from end of Meiji period circa 1880s- 1910s by Kinkozan (1645-1927). One of the largest studio manufacturers of the export ceramics at the time based in Kyoto. In the typical style of satsuma made at the turn of 20th century, the vase is of a moon jar shape and finely decorated with kinran-de (gold paint) on a cream white background with even fine crackles. What sets this particular vase apart from many lower quality and mass-produced pieces is the meticulously renditioned surface decoration. Lavishly gilded with a continuous design, the carefully composed imagery depicts an elaborately decorated float cart in a festival parade. A group of people are seated within the float with a woman and a child standing in the front. Surrounding the float are streams of marchers dressed...

Natural driftwood and stone sculpture from Japan. Very good vintage condition. The beautiful form shaped by the nature. Wabi Sabi.

Fabulous pair of large brass candlesticks on a round scalloped base. Tall form with scalloped base and upper part underneath of the candle pro...

A large and fantastic Japanese cast bronze incense burner, koro, with high relief design, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan. The large and tall koro cast in extremely high re...

Makoto Kagoshima, Japan (artist/maker) ‘Brown Flower’ bowl C. 2016 Produced at the artist’s studio Atelier de la Paix, Fukuoka, Japan Ceramic, patt...

A glazed ceramic shallow bowl with surface paint decoration by Japanese imperial potter Makuzu Kozan ((1842–1916) with its original inscribed tomobako storage wood box. Unlike the be...

Vintage NHE ( NIPPON HAKUYO electronics,ltd. ) ships slave clock designed during the 1980s in Japan. These clocks were used on large Japanese tankers and cargo ships. It features a l...

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A very handsome and large scale 19th century Japanese Meiji Period patinated bronze urns. Each urn is raised on a circular mottled base. The urns are decorated throughout with scenes of birds and foliate. At each side is a foo dog mask with scrolled handle. Large birds are displayed at the neck and a Greek key like design accents the rim. All original patina throughout. The Meiji period, also known as the Meiji era, is a Japanese era which extended from October 23, 1868 through July 30, 1912. This period represents the first half of the Empire of Japan during which Japanese society moved from being an isolated feudal society to its modern form. The period corresponded with the reign of Emperor Meiji...

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vase showcasing the body adorned with intricate cloisonne enamel work, displaying crane designs set against a goldstone background. The lon...

A Japanese Ikebana bamboo basket woven by artist Abe Motoshi (Japanese, b. 1942). Constructed with lacquered reddish Madake bamboo and rattan with technique of open and irregular twinning, the basket features an organic form with undulating woven surface with wavy crossing lines. The basket appears simple and refined, but the making process is deceivingly sophisticated. Clean and precise, it is of the signature style of Abe Motoshi's. The basket is signed on the base. It comes with the original tomobako storage box with inscription of the title on the lid as well as the artist's name and seal under the lead. A yellow wrapping cloth and a printout of the artist's biography from Tai Modern...

A wonderfully naturalistic large Japanese Meiji period mixed metal okimono (ornamental sculpture) of a pair of oriental turtle doves ...

A contemporary hand-woven bamboo sculpture in an organic form by Japanese bamboo artist Mimura Chikuho (1973-). Named "Cloud on the Peak", the piece was made as one of his series in 2004. Entirely hand-woven in irregular plaiting, the artist challenged the traditional bamboo basket making and elevated it into modern abstract sculpture. The minimalist donut form resembles the hat-shaped cloud formed around the peak of the mountain (often seen on Fujisan in Japanese art). It displays a wonderful subtle undulation and irregularity in its organic shape, achieved by a mastery of the traditional technique. The irregular plaiting appears chaotic in its busy crossing patterns yet as a whole, the piece strangely quiet and introverted, demanding contemplation from the viewer. Signed "Chikuho" underneath in Kanji. The piece comes with its original storage paper box and a silk bag. Provenance: Purchased from Tai Gallery/Textile Arts now (Tai Modern) in Santa Fe. Mimura Chikuho was born in 1973 in Tokyo. He studied under Yufu Shohaku...

Object: Vase Manufacturer: Marutomi Designer: Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007) Model: Senape Date: 1997 Period: Postmodern Material: Plastic Origin: Japan Height: 14 cm Diameter: 16.5 cm ...

A small Satsuma vase from the studio of Yabu Meizan (birth name Yabu Masashichi; 1853-1934), who is one of the most celebrated and collectible Satsu...

A good quality late 19th Century Japanese Imari jardiniere, having wonderful bold classical blue and orange Imari colours depicting motif and floral board...

A striking blue and white vase from the studio of Japanese Potter Makuzu Kozan, also known as Miyagawa Kozan (1842–1916), one of the most established and collected ceramist from Meiji Period. Born as Miyagawa Toranosuke, Kozan established his pottery studio in Yokohama around 1870s and later became one of the appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household. His work was exhibited in many international fairs that the Meiji government participated at the turn of the century and won many grand prizes. With a relative large size, this vase is decorated with underglaze cobalt blue using the novel technique developed by Kozan called Fuki-e (the blow painting), in order to achieve the striking dimensional misty winter landscape. The pine trees with upright trunks and down-sweeping branches appear receding into the depth of the mist, forming an visually unending forest. Known as one of the most creative ceramists, around 1880s, Kozan started experimenting with new chemical colors from the West in the format of his porcelain glaze. New colors allowed him to create underglaze design that appeared bright, smooth and glossy. He even invented his own receipt of cobalt blue to achieve a much brighter yet softer shade, as evident on this vase. To create landscape that is realistic and dimensional, more common in the western paintings, he was inspired by the native Japanese ink painting technique developed around 1900 by Yokoyama...

A large ceramic vessel in an impressive geometrical form by Japanese potter Mihara Ken (1958-) made in 2007. This multi-fired stoneware in shape of a mounta...

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Champlevé Enamel Incense Burner w/ Geisha & Ryu/Shishi Presenting a splendid masterpiece from the revered Meiji Period, behold an exquisite Japanese bronze incense burner adorned with Champlevé enamel. This remarkable piece showcases captivating hand-carved bronze mounts depicting a geisha on the main bowl and a Ryu/Shishi atop its lid. The geisha, meticulously crafted with utmost precision, graces the central bowl. Flowing robes adorned with elegant spirals serenely encircle the vessel. In a harmonious tableau, the geisha delicately engages with a Sheng pipe. The crowning glory of this masterpiece lies in its magnificent bronze Ryu/Shishi, majestically positioned atop the burner's lid. The vibrant bronze scrolls enveloping the Ryu/Shishi visually capture the enchanting sounds emanating from the Geisha's Sheng performance below. Delicate scrolling cutouts beneath the feet of the mythical creature add an irresistible allure while acting as conduits for the graceful diffusion of incense smoke. Enhancing the regal charm of the burner, three patinated bronze jeweled elephant...

Antique Japanese hand carved puppy. Expertly carved, showing a poised and alert puppy. Comes in original storage box with dedication, artist sign...

An exhibition quality dry lacquered ikebana flower vase by Masayo Koiwa. This highly unusual organically shaped vase has a sculptural feel, it sensual curves are hand-carved and lacq...

19th Century Japanese sterling silver vase with finely carved and embossed chrysanthemum flowers and butterfly. It has its maker’s mark on the bottom.

This is an object suggestive of an animal's form, created by retaining the natural bulges and undulations of a wood burl exactly as they occurred. It is thought to have been made in ...

A large Japanese ceramic vase from the end of Meiji period circa 1890-1910s by Kinkozan (1645-1927). One of the largest studio manufacturers of the export ceramics at the time based in Kyoto. In the typical style of satsuma made at the turn of 20th century, the vase is elaborately decorated with a rather unusual kinran-de (gold paint) and green enamel highlight on a mottled brown background. The painterly decoration depicts a large seasonal floral arrangement in a circular fashion. Besides the obviously superb craftsmanship, what sets this particular vase apart from many lower quality and mass-produced pieces is its tone-on-tone color pallet that is visually somber and the small and sensitive details that heralds the change of the seasons. When the viewer goes beyond the first casual glimpse of the blossom and foliage, one would notice that on the edges of certain leaves as well as along the stalks, there accumulates a very thin layer of the white dust that represents the frost. The flower in bloom are chrysanthemums. Despite of being splendid, they are the messengers of the autumn. The large lotus leaf was subtly rendered in a bended and slightly withered manner, just past its prime. Although the lotus is still in bloom, the prominent seed pod indicates it may be the last for the season. The sentimental capture of the change of the seasons is not unusual in Japanese art. This vase poetically represents such a subtle transition from summer to fall, perhaps depicting the very first frost. The neck of the vase is also slightly unusual with two rolled rings...

Washbasin S10 Sink by Okurayama One Of A Kind. Dimensions: D 44,5 x W 79,8 x H 13 cm. Material: Daté Kan Stone. The Daté Kan Stone is a rare stone that...

Cloisonné centerpiece. Japan, late 19th century. Wood pedestal: 8 cm height. Centerpiece without wood pedestal: 30 cm height.

The mirrored pair of vintage sculptures features two playful beige and brown Siamese cats or kittens. The cats are sculpted crouching as mid-play, with heads turned towards the viewe...

Beautiful pair of Japanese vases. Embossed and chiseled bronze with floral motifs. Meiji period. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy...

An attractive Japanese Art Nouveau silver overlaid bronze vase, late Meiji period, early 20th century, Japan. A tall and elegant bronze vase of q...

Here is a striking and sculptural Japanese ceramic candlestick, dating to the 1930s, executed in a bold Art Deco vocabulary. The form is architectonic and playful, combining a flared...

A Japanese Wakasa lacquer folder to carry poems and paintings. It has a silver raised Togidashi maki-e design of cherry blossom, created by lay...

Finely carved as a small toads on top of a large toad, the surface finished to resemble the toad's rugged skin, signature on underside. In Japan, the toad is ...

Japanese Emperor Shōwa Period, Fine Ceramic Red Vase, Signed, Ca. 1980 Emperor Shōwa Period - from 1926 to 1990 ABOUT In the classic Japanese shape, this exquisite vase has a dram...

Very Large Pair Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Japanese Vases Stands Japanese, Late 19th Century Height 162cm, diameter 59cm This striking pair of Imari porcelain vases, produced in...

A ceramic chawan (tea bowl) circa 17-18th century fired in the Busan kiln in Southern Korean specifically for the Japanese market. The kilns were contro...

Ikebana basket (hanakago) in wickerwork of polished bamboo with twisted handle. Features a sheet metal and varnished bamboo vase for the floral arrangement. Mark under the vase Nana...

Contemporary Japanese style chair. Rather sculpture than chair. Made of rusted steel, ceramic, and wood. Base is steel. Seat is ceramic. Arm pane...

This plique-a-jour cloisonne vase is an exceptional example of Japanese craftsmanship from the tail end of the Meiji period (1868-1912). The most ...

Antique 19th Century Japanese bronze vessel, Edo period. The vessel is raised on four tall feet and similarly cast with roundels enclosing stylised birds and other mythological creat...