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Place of Origin: Japanese
Pair of Japanese Cast Bronze Figures of Niō, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A well cast pair of Japanese mixed metal okimono figures of Buddhist guardians, known as Nio or Dharmapala, protectors of Buddhist faith, Meiji Period, Japan. The smiling bronze g...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous Japanese red lacquer traveling shrine (zushi) protects a miniature statue of Bishamonten, the Buddhist God of Warfare here depicted as an armor-clad warrior. A fearsome protector, he is thought to defend sacred places, punish evil-doers, expel demons and bestow wealth. In this example, Bishamonten stands atop a crouching demon, dressed in finely painted armor...
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Mid-19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese antique stone Buddha /Kannon Bodhisattva / late 19th-early 20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This stone statue of Nyoirin Kannon was created between the end of the Edo period and the Taisho period (late 19th century to early 20th century). The Nyoirin Kannon is a Buddha imag...
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Late 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Toro by Noe Kuremoto
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Noe Kuremoto is a ceramic artist who makes everything by hand using simple tools. She’s known for playful sculptural work that takes the form of ancient Japanese clay figurine. Her ...
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2010s Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Mid-century Ceramic "Aloha" Hawaiian Dancing Hula Girl w/ Ukulele Figurine
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original post-war ceramic chalkware dancing Hawaiian Hula girl figurine made from lightweight plaster and painted in vibrant tropical colors and a f...
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1950s Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

19th Century 'Meiji Period' Japanese Carved Wood Seated Monkey Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
19th Century (Meiji Period) Japanese hand-carved wood seated monkey. The eyes are inlaid and made of glass. The fur and details are very realistic. The piece is signed on the bottom ...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Vintage pair of victorian statues a victorian couple
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage mid century, victorian couple statue looks like Nor-leans ceramic figurine , Lady with fan staying near arch with leaves, most likely Made in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Meiji Period, Miyao Bronze Figure of a Fisherman
By Eisuke Miyao 1
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality Meiji period (1868-1912) Japanese Miyao bronze patinated bronze figure of a fisherman holding his net, having gilded highlights and mounted...
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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Geisha Awa Odori Dancers Gold Leaf & Iron Sculptures, Japan, c.1960
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Set of Three Japanese Geisha Awa Odori Dancer Gold Leaf & Iron Sculptures, Japan, c.1960. ( 9.5" Tall. )
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Iron, Gold Leaf

A pair of Japanese Miyao Bronze Statues of a Falconer and warrior, Meiji period.
By Eisuke Miyao 1
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of 19th century Japanese Miyao bronze statues of a Falconer and Sumo warrior in patinated bronze with gold leaf highlights. Mounted on...
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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Meiji Signed Japanese Figural Woman & Lantern Incense Burner with Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large antique Meiji period Japanese patinated and polychromed bronze is signed by an unknown artist and presumed to have been made in approximately 1880 in the period Meiji styl...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Edo Period Okimono Carving of a Mythological Figure of Kirin, Ca. 1860
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo Period Okimono Carving of a Mythological Figure of Kirin, Ca. 1860 (Edo Period 1603-1868) 19th Century DIMENSIONS: Height: 13 i...
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1860s Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Genryusai Seiya Meiji Period Antique Patinated Bronze Geisha
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji period patinated bronze sculpture of a geisha waiving her hand in greeting signed Genryusai Seiya 19th Century The attractive young geisha is dressed in traditional Ja...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Japan gold-gilt good luck elephant censer is a captivating blend of artistry and symbolism. crafted with intricate detail and adorned with...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Vantage Pair of Japanese Geisha Statues #2
Located in Norton, MA
A beautiful and well-made Pair of Vantage Japanese Geisha statues. They are old but still in new condition in the warehouse.  
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Mid-20th Century Other Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair of Japanese Miyao Bronze Figures
By Zo Miyao 1
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Miyao bronze figures depicting a mother carrying her child with a wicker basket on her head, carr...
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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Early Shinto Carving of Figure Referred to as Father Japan
Located in Hudson, NY
Shinto carving of figure referred to as Father Japan. Heian period (794 to 1185) sculpture made of hinoki wood in single piece construction called ichiboku...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Small Edo period stone Buddha from Japan/Jizo Bodhisattva/1800s/Amulet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a small stone statue believed to have been made in Japan during the Edo period. It was placed at crossroads, village entrances, or along mountain paths to pray for the safety...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

THREE FIGURES HINA MATSURI Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Located in Madrid, ES
THREE FIGURES HINA MATSURI Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912) in painted plaster, eggshell, silk and other materials. Height: (largest) 50 cm good condit...
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19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Silk, Plaster

Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Bunraku Puppeta, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Bunraku Puppeta. 19th Century Meiji Period (1868-1912) Minor wear to textiles, fine antique condition, Original Bamboo display stand. DIMENSION Height: 33 inches Width: 18 inches Depth: 9 inches ABOUT Bunraku (puppet) depicting the warrior Minamoto Yoshistune his head carved of wood and covered in a fine white gofun with painted details, face of a handsome youth with trigger mechanism allowing for the eyebrows to raise and lower and the eyes to shift from side, is wearing military armor with signature dragon on his breastplate ,brocade patterning of his thick obi tie, sumptuous silk brocade kimono and brocade hakama trousers with the Minamoto Clan pattern, silk tabi socks...
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Mid-19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Meiji Period Bronze of a Boy Collecting Sweet Chestnuts by Seiya
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A charming Meiji period bronze of a boy collecting sweet chestnuts by Seiya, he carries a basket and is looking down at an insect crawling over his hand, he is also evidently wearing...
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1880s Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Decorative Togatta Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Meiji Period Bronze of a Boy Carrying Twigs
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Meiji period bronze of a boy carrying twigs, they are strapped onto his back on a carrying frame and he carries a gourd water bottle in his right hand, signed in a seal. Japanese, ...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Haniwa Terracotta Head of a Warrior
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Haniwa terracotta head of a warrior, Haniwa figures are Japanese terracotta funerary figures that accompanied the dead buried in early Japan, ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Early Japanese Hinoki Wood Sculpture of Bishamon
Located in Hudson, NY
Early Japanese Hinoki wood sculpture of Bishamon. Kamakura period (1185 - 1333) sculpture made from hinoki wood. Bishamon is also known as Tamonten, meanin...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Meiji Gilt Patterned Bronze Figure of a Fisherman
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful antique Japanese Meiji Bronze portrayal of a fisherman dating from the 19th century. The fisherman is portrayed with a very large fish and sitting on it to hold it down....
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly beautiful pair of 1970s vintage bronze foo dogs by Neiman Marcus Japan. Guardian lions, also known as komainu, shishi, or foo dogs, are intimidating, mythical, lion-like c...
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1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Pair Buddhist Monju Fugen Bosatsu Nyorai Temple Shrine Buddhas
Located in Studio City, CA
Truly stunning pair of hand-carved wood Japanese buddha statues / sculptures that sit serenely atop their lotus petal thrones. The intricately c...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint

Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth.
Located in Germantown, MD
A Magnificent Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth. Measures 2.75" in width, 2.75" in depth and 8.75" in height.
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

THE ONE, Japanese Samurai Sculpture in Solid Brass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Japanese sculpture made in solid brass and titled THE ONE. The sculpture shows great attention to detail, the brass has aged and has a verdigris patina towards the bottom...
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1950s Modern Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Antique Japanese Sozan of Satsuma Statue Shou Lao Immortal, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Japanese Satsuma figure, Large size, Meiji period. There are also turtles on the planter. Very nice craftmenship. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of O...
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19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Two Rare Japanese Izumo Clay Dolls of Emperor and Tenjin, Meiji Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Two rare Japanese Izumo clay dolls of Emperor and Tenjin, Nara Prefecture, Meiji period. Material and simple execution impart a flavor of antiquity and great decorative power. Empero...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Clay

Mid-Century Modern Set of Japanese Women Awa Odori Dancers
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 3 bronze dancer figures. This group of 3 large figures have graceful lines and a beautiful golden finish with patina. Circa 1970s. These abstract figures with a variegated gold patina depict female Japanese Awa Odori...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Large Seated Maitreya, Lacquered wWod, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Seated Maitreya, lacquered wood, 20thcentury Maitreya Bodhisatva, seated in a pedestal, with one leg on top of the other, draped robes and a large halo. One hand is almost tou...
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20th Century Tribal Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Modern Japanese Gheisha Doll
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful vintage statue representing Gheisha in traditional costumes Ebonized wood base Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrina Egidi official Expert in Italian furniture for the Chamber of Commerce of Rome and for the Rome...
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1980s Japonisme Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Acrylic

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hirado Sake Bottle Hotei with Bag, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This is a most unusually made antique Hirado porcelain Ewer/ Sake pot. A handmade, hand painted porcelain item in the underglaze Hirado blues and also brown/yellow painted on its bea...
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19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Set of Four Small MCM Bronze Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of four 4.13" tall bronze Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The pieces are heavy for their stature, solid and have a gorgeous patina. They would make a great mi...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Lladro Style Figurines White Porcelain Music Boxes and Decorative Tree
By Lladro
Located in Miami, FL
A wonderful vintage set of porcelain figurines of two Japanese ladies both of which are music boxes and a decorative cherry tree. Style Llardro. Dimensions: Tree: 8 1/2" H x...
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20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Tea pot and Bat' 1920s Taisho era
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fas...
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1920s Taisho Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Decorative Naruko Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 20 1/2 inches tall classic traditional Naruko Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted ...
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 12 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...
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20th Century Meiji Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Kutani Statues Story of Momotaro Tsugata Yuma, 19/20th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Large, lovely and very nicely made Kutani statues They depict the characters from the story of Momotaro (Peach Boy). Specifically, Momotaro himself, Do...
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19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Decorative Togatta Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a beautiful, unusual and possibly unique antique hand cast bronze "Kappa" (child protector) sculptor complete with a separately formed bronze pair of 3.5 inch long cucumbers- a kappa's favorite snack food. Signed. Signed An incised artist signature “Bunraku” on base. "Bunraku" is associated with Japanese puppet play and performance, Kappa Bring Good Fortune Japanese Kappa...
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Early 20th Century Showa Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930
Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930
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Japanese Edo Period Dragon God Ningyô, Ca. 1820
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo Period Dragon God Ningyô, Ca. 1820 DIMENSIONS Height: 26 inches over all Minor wear in textiles. Fine antique condition ABOUT Musha-Ningyô (warr...
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1820s Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Decorative Sadao Kishi Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall Sosaku Kindai Kokeshi doll from Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the the early 20th century. In good condition with charmin...
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Mid-20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Jizai Koi and Water Motif, Japan, Miji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This jizai is an excellent example of a well-balanced and pleasingly carved sculpture of koi swimming in waves. Once part of a Japanese hanger (jizagake) for a kettle hook, it served...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Decorative Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted, Signed
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the the early 20th century, covered with a ...
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Tokyo School Bronze Okimono of a Farmer, Meiji Period
Located in Austin, TX
A very fine and detailed Tokyo School cast bronze okimono (decorative sculpture) of a smiling farmer, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan. The e...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Contemporary BlueThree-Piece Porcelain Japanese Lantern by Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exquisite rare contemporary large three-piece porcelain Japanese lantern, intricately hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze on an elegantly shaped body, a signed masterpiece by high...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Tile Art of a Japanese Woman 12 Tiles
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous depiction of a Japanese Geisha in a series of 12 ceramic tiles framed. Each tile is a work of art, beautiful lines and fabulous colors. Framed and matted. In excellent vinta...
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1980s Anglo-Japanese Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Edo Period Japanese Bodhisattva Shrine
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible Edo Period Japanese gilt and lacquered carved wood shrine depicting a Bodhisattva with piercing glass eyes, a contemplative expression, and h...
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Early 1800s Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Giltwood, Lacquer, Wood

Late Meiji Period Folk Wood Carving Japanese God of War, Arts, Shrines Protector
Located in Miami, FL
Probably more than likely from a Japanese home altar, this is a folk art rendition of Hachiman Yahata no Kani, Japanese God of War, Archery, Culture and Pro...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of A Samurai Warrior By Yoshimitsu
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb Japanese bronze and gilded sculpture of a samurai warrior, Meiji period. Depicts a Japanese warrior in national dress and impetuous movement, the gilt details mon (heraldic ...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese old man statue, Tenmei Era, dated 1781
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Japanese old man statue, Tenmei Era, dated 1781 represented seated, wearing a long dress, decorated with flowers and foliage, slightly smiling face, glass eyes, wearing a cap, remov...
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1780s Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Decorative Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall Classic traditional Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the the early 20th century. In good conditi...
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Edo Period Saga Ningyo, Ca. 1850
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo Period Saga Ningyo, Ca. 1850 DIMENSIONS Height: 9.5 inches Width: 6 inches Depth: 5 inches
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1850s Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Decorative Naruko Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Naruko Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in t...
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 25 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...
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20th Century Meiji Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period
Located in Studio City, CA
This is truly a wonderful piece with clear age and a nice patina to it. Very unique. We have not seen another quite like it. The monk appears to have glass eyes which gives his expression a very humanistic feel. The head is removable (please see the last image). From a collection of Japanese arts and artifacts. Most likely dates back to the Edo period. Would make for a nice addition to any Japanese or Asian artifacts...
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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Lacquer

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