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Place of Origin: Japanese
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall

Located in Lincoln, GB

A Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912) An exceptionally fine pair of Japanese bronze cranes, displaying the masterful realism and technical virtuosity ...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"

By Kutani Studio

Located in Wilton, CT

Large, nearly antique, Japanese Kutani porcelain sleeping cat figure with ribbon and bell tied around the neck. Circa 1930. Extraordinary detail of fur, whiskers, and eye lashes very...

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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1980s. The signature is written on the back side 'Ishikawa'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17t...

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1980s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1900s-20s Japanese antique wabi sabi extra long low inclined display table stand
1900s-20s Japanese antique wabi sabi extra long low inclined display table stand

1900s-20s Japanese antique wabi sabi extra long low inclined display table stand

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

The long, inclined low display table with slightly tapered, narrow tabletop. Fully made of Keyaki Zelkova solid wood. The tabletop is made from thick, single solid board. Originally ...

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Early 20th Century Primitive Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vantage Pair of Japanese Geisha Statues #2
Vantage Pair of Japanese Geisha Statues #2

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 Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Nature’s Sculpture / Japanese Old Object / Display stand
Nature’s Sculpture / Japanese Old Object / Display stand

Nature’s Sculpture / Japanese Old Object / Display stand

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This slab of ancient Japanese solid wood was cut from a single, enormous tree that grew over many years. The powerful, intricately undulating grain, the intricate overlapping of tre...

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Early 20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Zougei Abstract Sculpture Tribal Style shelf 3
Zougei Abstract Sculpture Tribal Style shelf 3

Zougei Abstract Sculpture Tribal Style shelf 3

By Zougei

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Name: Porter 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...

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2010s Tribal Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Fortune Manekineko Lucky Cat Object 1980s Showa
Japanese Fortune Manekineko Lucky Cat Object 1980s Showa

Japanese Fortune Manekineko Lucky Cat Object 1980s Showa

Located in Paris, FR

This is a manekineko cat object. It is made with porcelain and it was made around 1980s in Showa era. Dimensions. 8 x 8.5 x H13 cm The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine ...

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1980s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Hollywood Regency Japanese Meiji Style Bronze Rooster & Hen On Root Wood Base
Hollywood Regency Japanese Meiji Style Bronze Rooster & Hen On Root Wood Base

Hollywood Regency Japanese Meiji Style Bronze Rooster & Hen On Root Wood Base

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a mid-century Japanese Meiji style bronze sculpture of a Onagadori rooster and hen on a root. The birds can be removed from the root for safe shipping. This piece was done in...

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Mid-20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Spelter

Japanese antique objet / wood  wabi-sabi object
Japanese antique objet / wood  wabi-sabi object

Japanese antique objet / wood wabi-sabi object

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an ornament whose root part of the tree changes over time and looks like a Buddha statue. The surface of the wood has many holes and the shadows are very mysterious, and the...

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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Pair of Japanese Bronze Elephant Pagoda Figures
Pair of Japanese Bronze Elephant Pagoda Figures

Pair of Japanese Bronze Elephant Pagoda Figures

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Asian Japanese style (19th Century) bronze elephant figures supporting a serpent topped three tier pagoda. (PRICED AS PAIR)

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19th Century Anglo-Japanese Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Sculpture of a Koi Fish Sculpture Vase
Bronze Sculpture of a Koi Fish Sculpture Vase

Bronze Sculpture of a Koi Fish Sculpture Vase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Bronze Koi Fish. The beautiful fish can be used as a decorative piece, a vase, and if you're really ambitious, could make a lovely fountain. A compliment to any space - living ro...

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20th Century Japonisme Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Japanese Sculpture of a Prawn
Bronze Japanese Sculpture of a Prawn

Bronze Japanese Sculpture of a Prawn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A well crafted solid bronze Japanese sculpture of a Prawn or Jumbo shrimp... A complement to any console of side table - a perfect addition to a collection of sea animals, bronzes ...

Category

19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 1920s 'Mouse' Taisho era
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 1920s 'Mouse' Taisho era

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 1920s 'Mouse' 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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural bench 1 Tribal Style
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural bench 1 Tribal Style

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural bench 1 Tribal Style

By Hiroyuki Nishimura

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Weighing Worlds Sculptural bench Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use anything, these woods...

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2010s Tribal Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1950s Japanese Owl Sculptures Brutalist Metalsmith Birds Black Iron like Noguchi
1950s Japanese Owl Sculptures Brutalist Metalsmith Birds Black Iron like Noguchi

1950s Japanese Owl Sculptures Brutalist Metalsmith Birds Black Iron like Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Designed by an unknown Japanese craftsman. A pair of heavy welded bookends, minimalist in design and creation. Forged belt of thick metal bent to create a 3D abstract bird form. Some...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Brass Crane Figurines, 1960s
Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Brass Crane Figurines, 1960s

Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Brass Crane Figurines, 1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage pair of crane or heron figurines is made of polished brass with sculptural, minimal bodies and abstract round bases. The patterned bases curve ...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Japanese Sculptural Bronze Bird
Large Japanese Sculptural Bronze Bird

Large Japanese Sculptural Bronze Bird

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible sculptural bronze bird from Meiji Period Japan, late 19th century. Bronze body with vented lid. Traditionally used for burning incense. Cream, green, and gold paint shows ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 Sculpture
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 Sculpture

Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 Sculpture

Located in Paris, FR

Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 with structure in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered wood, covered with hand-em...

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Early 1900s Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Silk, Wood

Japanese Meiji Bronze Tiger Sculpture with Stamped Signature
Japanese Meiji Bronze Tiger Sculpture with Stamped Signature

Japanese Meiji Bronze Tiger Sculpture with Stamped Signature

Located in Kastrup, DK

apanese bronze tiger from the Meiji period, featuring a warm brown-red patina. The piece is crafted to a high standard, modelled with realistic proportions in a dynamic forward-movin...

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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Articulate Bronze Beetle Jizai Okimono Attributed to Myochin Linage
Japanese Articulate Bronze Beetle Jizai Okimono Attributed to Myochin Linage

Japanese Articulate Bronze Beetle Jizai Okimono Attributed to Myochin Linage

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a Rhinoceros Beetle attributed to Myochin lineage circa 19th century of Meiji period. Rendered in a robust and natural...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Abstract Bronze Sculpture titled “Butterfly” by Ryokichi Mukai, Japan c1970s
Abstract Bronze Sculpture titled “Butterfly” by Ryokichi Mukai, Japan c1970s

Abstract Bronze Sculpture titled “Butterfly” by Ryokichi Mukai, Japan c1970s

Located in Oakland, CA

Fantastic abstract bronze sculpture by well noted sculptor, Ryokichi Mukai c1970s. Comes with signed box. Mukai (1918-2010) was born January 26, 1918 in Kyoto. He studied sculptur...

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1970s Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Regeneration 04 Bronze Sculpture by Kodai Suga
Regeneration 04 Bronze Sculpture by Kodai Suga

Regeneration 04 Bronze Sculpture by Kodai Suga

Located in Geneve, CH

Regeneration 04 Bronze Sculpture by Kodai Suga Dimensions: W 50 x D 7.5 x H 30 cm Materials: Bronze Kodai Suga’s work features an evocative modernistic silhouette that has been imbu...

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2010s Post-Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Other

Japanese Articulate Bronze Grasshopper Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed
Japanese Articulate Bronze Grasshopper Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Japanese Articulate Bronze Grasshopper Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a grasshopper attributed to Myochin lineage circa 19th century of Meiji period. The insect features a segmented body u...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Bronze Okimono by Yoshimitsu Depicting a Bear and Alligator
Japanese Meiji Bronze Okimono by Yoshimitsu Depicting a Bear and Alligator

Japanese Meiji Bronze Okimono by Yoshimitsu Depicting a Bear and Alligator

By Saeki Yoshimitsu

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A DYNAMIC MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE OKIMONO BY YOSHIMITSU FEATURING A BEAR AND ALLIGATOR IN COMBAT. From our Japanese collection, we are pleased to present this ...

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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Kenta Hirai Japanese Contemporary Bentwood  Wall Sculpture
Kenta Hirai Japanese Contemporary Bentwood  Wall Sculpture

Kenta Hirai Japanese Contemporary Bentwood Wall Sculpture

By Studio Jig

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Kenta Hirai created it with the technique "Free form lamination." This sculpture mixes free formed wood sculpture and branch. Wood material is Yoshino Cedar.

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2010s Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Bunraku Puppeta, 19th Century
Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Bunraku Puppeta, 19th Century

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Cardinal9 Tribal Style
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Cardinal9 Tribal Style

Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Cardinal9 Tribal Style

By Hiroyuki Nishimura

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Cardinal #9 Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use anythin...

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2010s Tribal Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji
Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji

By Myochin Hiroyoshi

Located in Atlanta, GA

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...

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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Vintage Hand-Carved Jade Stone Statue
Vintage Hand-Carved Jade Stone Statue

Vintage Hand-Carved Jade Stone Statue

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage hand-carved jade stone statue was cleverly sculpted to depict fully laden grapevines, combined with a naturally colored rouge segment below creating the illusion of a gnarly grapevine root...

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Early 20th Century Anglo-Japanese Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Pair of Brass Fighting Roosters
Pair of Brass Fighting Roosters

Pair of Brass Fighting Roosters

Located in Dallas, TX

This listing features a pair of brass fighting roosters. These brass rooster figurines add a touch of country charm to any space. Handcrafted f...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Brass

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed
Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a praying mantis attributed to Myochin lineage circa 19th century of Meiji period. The insect features a segmented bod...

Category

19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Tiger with Cub
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Tiger with Cub

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Tiger with Cub

Located in Kastrup, DK

Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) patinated bronze sculpture of a tiger with cub. Mounted on a carved hardwood base decorated with foliage. High...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Zelkova Burl Flower Stand, Sculptural Display Piece
Japanese Zelkova Burl Flower Stand, Sculptural Display Piece

Japanese Zelkova Burl Flower Stand, Sculptural Display Piece

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This flower stand is made from a cross-section of a zelkova (keyaki) burl. Rather than a conventional timber cut, the piece originates from a naturally formed burl—an irregular growt...

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Mid-20th Century Other Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior

Located in Shippensburg, PA

PATINATED AND PARCEL-SILVERED AND GILDED BRONZE OKIMONO OF A SAMURAI WARRIOR Japan, Meiji period, probably late 19th century Unmarked 9 1/2" H x 6 3/4" diameter ref. 512DMB06P A J...

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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Wood Shogun, Edo Period, 19th Century, Japan
Japanese Carved and Lacquered Wood Shogun, Edo Period, 19th Century, Japan

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Wood Shogun, Edo Period, 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

An unusual Japanese carved wood, lacquer, and gilt decorated portrait sculpture of a shogun, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan. The unidentified shogun (possibly Tokugawa Iey...

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Mid-19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke of a Frog, Taisho Period
Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke of a Frog, Taisho Period

Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke of a Frog, Taisho Period

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Hand carved boxwood frog netsuke dating from the Meiji period. The frog (kaeru) is associated with luck and wealth in Japanese culture. Kaeru in is a homophone meaning both "frog" an...

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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Boxwood

Shiro Kuramata Hammer House
Shiro Kuramata Hammer House

Shiro Kuramata Hammer House

By Shiro Kuramata

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Hammer house object by Shiro Kuramata. Never used condition in box.  

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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Zinc

A Tosei Gusoku (Samurai's Armour), 17th Century
A Tosei Gusoku (Samurai's Armour), 17th Century

A Tosei Gusoku (Samurai's Armour), 17th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Belonging to the period 1603-1867, most likely between the end of 17th and the beginning of 18th Century, this beautiful armour is a 32-plate suji kabuto made of brown-lacquered iron...

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17th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Mouse and Hand cart' 1960s 'Masaoka'
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Mouse and Hand cart' 1960s 'Masaoka'

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Mouse and Hand cart' 1960s 'Masaoka'

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1960s. The signature is written on the back side 'Masaoka'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th...

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1960s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke of a Sitting Monkey
Mid-Century Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke of a Sitting Monkey

Mid-Century Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke of a Sitting Monkey

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Hand-carved mid-century netsuke depicting a contemplative monkey in a sitting position. Monkeys represent multiple things in Japanese culture and folklore among them being: mediators...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Bizen Ware Ceramic Dog Sculpture
Early 20th Century Bizen Ware Ceramic Dog Sculpture

Early 20th Century Bizen Ware Ceramic Dog Sculpture

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A charming and characterful ceramic dog sculpture crafted in the renowned Bizen ware tradition of Japan. Dating from the early 20th century, this expressive piece captures a crouchin...

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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Cockatoos - A Pair
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Cockatoos - A Pair

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Cockatoos - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your home with the exotic charm and playful elegance of this stunning pair of vintage ceramic cockatoo figurines. Masterfully crafted, each bird features a beautiful hand-pain...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era
Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era

Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era

Located in Paris, FR

This incense burner was made in 1920s (Taisho era) in Japan. On the top, there is a Komainu (Lions that guard the entrance or the honden of sanctuaries). It can use as incense burne...

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1920s Taisho Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Post Modern Display Mannequin
Post Modern Display Mannequin

Post Modern Display Mannequin

Located in Riverdale, NY

Post Modern Display Mannequin from a Japanese store formerly located on Madison Ave, NY. Articulated fiberglass mannequin body has screws at join...

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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Japanese Antique massive burl wood slab Sculpture wabi sabi art piece objet dart
Japanese Antique massive burl wood slab Sculpture wabi sabi art piece objet dart

Japanese Antique massive burl wood slab Sculpture wabi sabi art piece objet dart

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

from North part of Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. Antique massive wood lump, burl wood slab can be displayed as an unique art piece to add the taste of wabi sabi, or the touch of natu...

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Late 20th Century Primitive Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Pair of Bronze Sculptures Okimono of Rooster & Hen
Japanese Meiji Period Pair of Bronze Sculptures Okimono of Rooster & Hen

Japanese Meiji Period Pair of Bronze Sculptures Okimono of Rooster & Hen

Located in Shippensburg, PA

EXCEEDINGLY FINE PAIR OF JAPANESE BRONZE FIGURES OF A HEN AND ROOSTER Japan, Meiji period Each with plaque signed to the underside 秀国作 (Shūkoku saku) Patinated bronze with gilt eyes ...

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20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800
Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Porcelain Koi Fish Piggy Bank 1980s
Japanese Porcelain Koi Fish Piggy Bank 1980s

Japanese Porcelain Koi Fish Piggy Bank 1980s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a piggy bank with the shape of a carp/ koi fish. It is made with porcelain and made around 1980s in showa era. It is hand painted and you can use as a decoration. It was made...

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1980s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1960s Japanese Persimmons & Bird Painted Bronze Okimono / Sculpture Tole
1960s Japanese Persimmons & Bird Painted Bronze Okimono / Sculpture Tole

1960s Japanese Persimmons & Bird Painted Bronze Okimono / Sculpture Tole

Located in Kennesaw, GA

I love this Japanese okimono ! It is a painted bronze persimmons with a perched bird. These were symbols of good luck and prosperity in Japan. This type of bronze craftsmanship was p...

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Mid-20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Porcelain Satsuma Style Elephant Figures
Japanese Porcelain Satsuma Style Elephant Figures

Japanese Porcelain Satsuma Style Elephant Figures

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Japanese porcelain Satsuma style elephant plant stand or figurine. It features elaborate, colorful decoration with extensive gilt accents. The side panels ...

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1970s Anglo-Japanese Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Bronze Crab Okimono Meiji Signed Yasunosuke
Japanese Bronze Crab Okimono Meiji Signed Yasunosuke

Japanese Bronze Crab Okimono Meiji Signed Yasunosuke

Located in Atlanta, GA

This wonderful Japanese cast bronze okimono in the form of crab was made by Yasunosuke, a member of the Ryubundo Yasunosuke family active during Meiji period (1868-1912). Naturalisti...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke Wild Boar 1950s by artist Tomotada
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke Wild Boar 1950s by artist Tomotada

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke Wild Boar 1950s by artist Tomotada

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1950s. The signature is written on the back side 'Tomotada'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17t...

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1950s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese  Lucky Gods Set Five Sculptures, Sotaro Saegusa,  Hard To Find Mint
Japanese  Lucky Gods Set Five Sculptures, Sotaro Saegusa,  Hard To Find Mint

Japanese Lucky Gods Set Five Sculptures, Sotaro Saegusa, Hard To Find Mint

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with this special set of treasures from Japan. This is an attractive solid and finely cast effigy five piece s...

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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures

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Ceramic

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