Japanese Decorative Objects

This is a large antique decorative vase. A Japanese, bronze Meiji period urn, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Highly impressive antique vase with striking detail Displays a desirable aged patina by way of fine weathering Bronze shows a wonderful tonality with a light tarnish from decades of careful polish Decorated with key icons from the Meiji period of Japanese history (1868-1912) Broad, tapering rim with rolled lip, embellished by way of garland detail Panel scenes to both sides with three dimensional birds opposite crashing waves Depicting a Falcon or Hayabusa flying overhead, the wave scene redolent of Hokusai's Great Wave off Kanagawa...

A pair of beautiful and large scale Japanese 19th century Imari lidded urns. Each urn displays most elegant traditional floral hand painted designs with finely detailed and most char...

This 19th-century Japanese Imari lidded vase showcases the rich artistry and intricate design characteristic of Imari porcelain. Standing impressively tall at 117cm high, the vase features a harmonious blend of vibrant colours, with deep blues, fiery reds, and lush greens dominating its surface. The body is adorned with exotic flowers and foliage, meticulously painted to create a sense of natural beauty and elegance. Inset hand-painted panels depict a pair of cranes, symbolizing longevity and good fortune, which are elegantly framed within intricate geometric patterns. These panels are strategically placed to draw attention and enhance the overall aesthetic of the vase. The contrasting colors of the flowers and the serene cranes create a dynamic yet balanced visual appeal. Atop the vase, a finely crafted lid is topped with a decorative finial, likely depicting a mythical creature, adding a further element of cultural significance and artistry. The combination of floral motifs and the crane panels...

This Japanese Satsuma vase epitomizes the pinnacle of Japanese earthenware craftsmanship. Exquisitely hand-painted, it features a gathering of Buddhist monks adorned with gilded halo...

Japanese porcelain yellow vase, circa 1900.

Inro is an ancient traditional Japanese box used to carry and store small items such as tobacco, money, paintbrushes, and other objects. The...

Vintage pottery or ceramic bud, soliflore, or ikebana vase features a rounded body with elongated narrow neck with asymmetrical rim; the austere, minimal form of the vase is accentu...

With all-over mother of pearl inlay and mon design of chrysanthemum in gold and black lacquer on top. The chrysanthemum is a national symbol of Japan and the Imperial family.

A wonderful pair of large Japanese late 19th century Fukagawa Imari lidded vases. Each with three stylised mythical birds as finials to the lids, bold o...

A pair of matching Japanese bronze vases from the 20th century finely cast with dragon figures. A high relief cast decoration of a three-clawed dragon is wrapped around the body of e...

A large and highly decorative Japanese box dating to the Meiji period, attributed to Asahi Shoten. The circular body is crafted from silver-plated pewter and richly decorated with tr...

Name: Kakashi Wind Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. it's sculpture and also displayi...

A finely made Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vase decorated with multiple enamel medallions set against a textured charcoal ground. Each panel presents a different scene, inc...

A very impressive and enchanting Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) patinated bronze vase depicting Carp swimming around. 57380 ACYN

A large and impressive 19th Century Japanese Imari lidded vase. Having a wonderful mythical Foo Dog finial to the lid, classical orange gro...

A massive and magnificent ceramic Tsubo jar by Japanese potter Yui Tsujimura (1975-). Inspired by the techniques and aesthetics of the early medieval Sue ware, the artist hand builds...

Beautifully handwoven basket from Japan, crafted with natural fibers in a traditional technique. Each piece demonstrates the refined balance of utility and simplicity characteristic ...

Beautifully handwoven basket from Japan, crafted with natural fibers in a traditional technique. Each piece demonstrates the refined balance of utility and simplicity characteristic ...

Japanese Art Nouveau Flower Vase Awaji Ware Art Studio Pottery ca. 1900s ABOUT AWAJI WARE ART STUDIO POTTERY Awaji pottery was made on the Japanese island of the same name between...

Imposing sculpture depicting God of war High quality bronze material and was executed with incredible craftsmanship., finely chiseled. Unknown author Japan circa 1950...

Mashiko Yaki Art Pottery Charger, Japan, Circa 1970 Mashiko Yaki ware is made in the Japanese town of Mashiko in the Tochigi Prefecture. The area is kn...

Rare 3 Piece Set of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vases with Wisteria and Birds antique Japanese copper vases with silver wire cloisonne...

A rare hanging ikebana basket by Japanese bamboo artist Suzuki Gengensai (1891-1950) circa 1923-50. This elegant hanakago was made entirly from white bamboo. It consists of a square footed platform with bent bamboo rods on four corners converging onto the top into an open birdcage-like form, which is to be hung from a hooked bamboo rod. The platform features a square plating base and finely woven edges and feet and a single strand of rope fence. A separate ikebana container...

Japanese Lacquer Rhino Sculpture by Someya Satoshi (1983-). A hand-molded lacquer sculpture that depicts a fantasy beast "Rhino". The artist uses century-old traditional techniques and symbols but with an innovative contemporary energy that borders mysticism, shamanism and surrealism. Found objects were equally treated as part of the meticulous designs as the elaborate Maki-e and shell inlays. According to the press of Honolulu Museum of Art: "Someya Satoshi has been described as “one of the most significant contemporary lacquer artists working in Japan today.” (Japan Times, 12 Dec. 2013) His work combines objects of daily use, such as bathing buckets, serving trays, and soup bowls, with a wide array of natural materials, including animal bones, horns and antlers, sand, stones, leaves and branches. In the process, he implements a range of traditional lacquer methods passed down from pre-modern eras, such as the kanshitsu or “dry lacquer” technique, the origins of which date to Japan’s Nara period (710–784). After creating his forms, he embellishes them with designs inspired by calligraphy, traditional Japanese textile patterns, and even contemporary manga or comic books. His work defies ordinary definitions of lacquer art and successfully challenges the perceived limits of this extremely difficult and, in some ways, most conservative of traditional Japanese art forms". His work was exhibited in US such as Honolulu Museum of Art, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Morikami Museum etc. For a complete resume of the artist, see the artist's page in Imura Art Gallery. Reference: For a very similar Bull Sculpture see Hard Bodies Contemporary Japanese Lacquer...

A four-case lacquered inro by Koma Koryu circa 19th century late Edo period. The inro features a pair of Chinese mandarin duck resting under a bundle of blooming irises on the pond. ...

This item is a Japanese Export Satsuma earthenware vase, heavily decorated with gilt and raised enamel detailing (moriage technique). The specific figures depicted around the body ar...

This gorgeous pair of 19th century Japanese Imari vases are beautifully hand-painted in the classic Imari colors of blue, terra cotta, gold and white. The pair features a Foo dog han...

A very impressive Japanese bronze and cloisonne enamel vase having raised decoration depicting a carp in the river, with a deer under a tree.

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...

Large Oriental Porcelain Vase, Decor of Flowers and Birds, Circa 1940s. This is a vintage decorative vase, dating from the late art deco period, circa 1940. Classic oriental art deco...

Antique Japanese Arita Sometsuke Plate Edo Period Quality in Landscape. A very nice plate. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Potte...

This striking vintage ceramic cockatoo figurine captures the elegance and personality of the exotic bird through finely modeled details and a beautifully graduated glaze. Perched ato...

A late 19th / early 20th century Japanese bronze of a rhinoceros having wonderful patination.

A Japanese bronze model of an elephant fighting two tigers, cast during the Meiji period (1868–1912), bearing the foundry mark Tsunemitsu (常光). Tsunemitsu 常光 (Tsunemitsu) is the mak...

Pair of bronze Japanese figural Cachepots, circa 1880.

An antique Japanese Meiji Era brass and enamel vase. Circa: early 20th century. The vase is enameled with polychrome images of birds and Wisteri...

A beautiful porcelain box with urn vase, sheaf-of-wheat, and bird design, circa mid-20th century. Box lid with gold urn vase and sheaf-of-wheat foliage, ...

A good quality pair of Japanese 19th century lidded Imari vases, each with wonderful dog of faux finials to the lids, motif, flower and foliate decoration, with panels with exotic bi...

Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Fruits, Sea Life, Birds and Insects Coffee Table box An antique Japanese copper trinket box of hexago...

A spectacular 18th Century Japanese Arita Imari vase on stand. Having wonderful bold colouring. Having wonderful scrolling motif and foliate decoration. Sc...

A pair of antique Japanese cloisoone enamel brush pots, Meiji era, 1868 to 1912. The exterior of both matched pieces is enameled with polychrome enamel blossoming flowers and butterf...

Antique Porcelain Japanese Dragon Handcrafted Saucer Plate Labelled Lucky 4.75 diameter x .75 H Original vintage unrestored condition. Distressed and has a prior restoration. Rep...

A rare find, this decorative oval shaped Nippon catchall by Morimura Brothers is a fabulous example of early Japanese ceramics. A lovely ceramic dish for holding change or other items, it will be a fabulous chintz addition to any nightstand or foyer table. Highly decorated in bouquets of pink and yellow flowers, the center of the dish is the showstopper. A chinoiserie bird in flight with a pink breast and yellow, blue and green feathers takes center stage. Surrounding him are more bouquets of flowers and a single pink and blue bird. The rim of the dish is encircled with a blue ribbon adorned with intricately painted flowers such as white daisys and pink and yellow peonies. Two handles are at each end for carrying. The handles and the rim are both painted in gold. The back stamp at bottom reads in green, “M-in-Wreath, hand-painted ("M" stands for importer, Morimura Bros.); Nippon.” Mark used since 1911. The practice of painting of the word “Nippon” on ceramic bases began in 1891 in response to the U.S. McKinley Tariff Act, which forbade the import of items that weren’t “plainly marked...

Name: Nomad Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. it's sculpture and also displaying shelf ...

A Gold Lacquer Kōbako (Incense Box) Edo Period (1615–1868), Circa 1850 This exquisite gold lacquer kōbako (incense box) exemplifies the refined craftsmans...

An antique Japanese glass vase executed in the Shotai Shippo technique, a Japanese type of plique-a-jour enamel. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Stylized floating chrysanthemum blossoms...

A superb and impressive Oriental paper mache jardinere on original stand, gilded painting, in excellent original condition. 36" high 23" diameter You are welcome to view this item ...

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan...

This large antique damascene styled tobacco case is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Japan and dating to approximately 1920 and done in a Anglo-Japanese style. The case...

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. ...

A beautiful 19th century Pair of Japanese Imari Lidded Ginger Jars/Vases. This highly decorative and fine pair of Japanese Imari ginger jars depict...

This exquisitely detailed, double-gourd Japanese Satsuma vase represents the zenith of Japanese earthenware artistry. Elaborately hand-painted, it features detailed floral motifs, wh...

Fine 62-Piece "China Garden" Bone China set made in Japan. Blue Lattice, Orange Fans, Floral, Birds Made by Fine China

A small brass object in the shape of a fish. The center of the body dips down to form a small well with a variety of uses - perfect as a bedside ring or earring holder, or even chops...

Vintage Japanese bamboo Ikebana basket was made of smoked split bamboo; sculptural, fan-like patterns at the rim were created by masterful use of tightly woven canes, emerging from t...

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...

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...

Large hand carved, natural shaped bowl. Wonderful burl grain and knot details.

Early 19th century Japanese Imari porcelain vide-poche dish with hand painted floral decorations in the traditional Imari colors of cobalt blue and coral red with small green accents...

A fine quality large pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Fukagawa porcelain vases. Each with wonderful bold Imari colours, the tapering bands of classical motifs from top to bo...