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Place of Origin: Japanese
Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei Furniture Sculptural Stool 3 Tribal Glamping
By Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: A day for going to the ocean Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: Cypress This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. M...
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2010s Tribal Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Netsuke Soapstone Figure Pig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful small Pig figurine. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made probably of soapstone or resin. A beautiful nice desktop item or j...
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Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

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 Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930
Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930
$1,200 Sale Price / set
78% Off
1990s by Izumi Oki Modern Art Crystal Sculpture
By Izumi Oki
Located in Brescia, IT
Izumi Oki, 1995 Crystal sculpture Perfect condition.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Marble

Antique Japanese Statue of Datsue-ba or Shozuka No Baba, circa 14th C
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Japanese statue of Datsue-ba also known as Shozuka no Baba, Kamakura- Muromachi period. Antique Japanese statue of Datsue-ba or Shozuka no B...
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15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Cypress

Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder in the Style of Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder in the Ssyle of Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, circa 1950s. The piece is in good vintage condition and measures 4.25"D x .75"H; it has a fabulous patina a...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 1950s Showa era 'Small Boat'
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1950s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fastener on...
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1950s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Japanese Bronze Toads
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Japanese bronze toads. Age: Japan, Contemporary Size: Height 10.5 C.M. / Width 16.5 C.M. / Length 20.3 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall.
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of Japanese Bronze Toads
A Pair of Japanese Bronze Toads
$720 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Crab and Monkey' 1920s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fastener o...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures

Materials

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 Sculptures

Materials

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Articulated Japanese Crawfish / Lobster Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage articulated Japanese crawfish / lobster sculpture, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 13.75"W x 4.25"D 2"H. The sculpture is well detailed...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Japanese Meiji Articulated Bronze Crab
Located in Essex, MA
Dark copper toned patina, wonderfully articulated. Purchased in London by previous owner.
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1870s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Small Bronze Verdigris Swordfish / Marlin Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice small bronze verdigris swordfish / marlin sculpture on marble base, circa 1990s. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 5.5"W x 3.5"D x 9.5"H; the marble base is 3.5"D....
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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 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

Twin Lights Takuya Hamajima Contemporary Zen Japanese Ceramic
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Contemporary Japanese style floor light. Rather sculpture than lighting. Made of rusted steel, ceramic, and wood. Base is metal. Ivory part is ceramic in Japanese traditional style. Top twin panels...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japonisme Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Japanese Meiji Animal Bronze Sculpture Elephant & Tigers by Genryusai Seiya
Located in King's Lynn, GB
A Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Elephant Fighting Tigers By Genryusai Seiya. Genryusai Seiya: Genryusai Seiya was a master craftsman in charge of a workshop which specialised in exp...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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 Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Okimono Japanese Sumo Wrestling Frogs Sculpture, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unigned. Japan 19th or early 20th century. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Japan D...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Cardinal7 Tribal Style
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Cardinal #7 Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material Cypress 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

Fragile Structure#18 Norihiko Terayama Kaj Franck
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Green and blue are available. Red is sold. This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created the...
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2010s Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Glass

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 Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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 Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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 Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Set of Six Hand Painted Porcelain Bunnies Made in Japan in, 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1970 Life Size Brass Greyhound Dog
Located in Staten Island, NY
1970 Life Size Brass Greyhound Dog, in original condition. Can use some polishing to make this fantastic piece shine again in any space
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1970s Art Deco Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Shelf 03 Takuya Hamajima Contemporary Zen Japanese Ceramic
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Contemporary Japanese style sculptural shelf. Made of steel, ceramic, and wood. Frame is rusted steel. White trays are ceramics. One brown colored circle tray...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japonisme Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Steel

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 Sculptures

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer, Wood

Japanese Antique Casting Copper Tray with Sheeps by Houun Harada
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique item made in Japan in Taisho era around 1925s. Taisho era is between 1912 to 1926. This is made with casting copper by an artist Houun Harada. On the back side ...
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1920s Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Copper

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 Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Pair Japanese Carved and Lacquered Inari Foxes, Showa Era, Dated 1951, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful and mischievous pair of Japanese carved and lacquered wood Inari foxes, kitsune, dated Showa year twenty six, corresponding to 1951, Japan. The...
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1950s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Elm

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

ERthnic Design-Japanese hard Wood Nyoi (Sceptre) with black rock finish.
Located in Leuven , BE
This fascinating artifact, a hardwood scepter attributed to a Japanese scholar, is a masterful example of late 19th-century craftsmanship. The scepter is distinguished by a striking ...
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19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Magazine Holder Glamping Tribal Style
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Miminashi Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. You can probably use it as like basket, Magazine holder or plant pot cover. Material: Cherry This work is carved from log with som...
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2010s Tribal Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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 Sculptures

Materials

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Handcrafted Japanese Art Rock in a Presentation Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Handcrafted Japanese art rock in its original presentation box. A beautifully made simple form. From the La Jolla estate of Mid-Century Modernist landscape architect...
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1970s Organic Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Natural Fiber

Fragile Structure #16 Norihiko Terayama Tapio Wirkkala
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created them from damaged vases,coffee cups and so on. ...
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2010s Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Masami Kodama Modernist Carrera Marble Granite Steel Sculpture Signed, 1970s MCM
By Masami Kodama
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful sculpture is made of polished Carrera marble set on a turned granite base by a solid steel post. It strikes a sophisticated balance between elegance, utilitarianism, a...
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1970s Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Granite, Carrara Marble

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 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 Sculptures

Materials

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Tin Litho Friction Police Highway Patrol Helicopter, C1960, Japan
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous friction helicopter from Japan C 1960. Toy works great, push copter and the blades start spinning. Does not fly, nor was it intended to. Great graph...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Tin

Fragile Structure#7 Norihiko Terayama Berndt Friberg
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created them from damaged vases, coffee cups and so on....
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2010s Post-Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Fragile Structure#11 Norihiko Terayama Gertrud Lonegren
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created them from damaged vases, coffee cups and so on....
Category

2010s Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Japan, two small dogs, Kutani porcelain, circa 1900-1920
Located in PARIS, FR
Japan, two small dogs, Kutani porcelain, circa 1900-1920 A nice group of two charming playing puppies, Japanese porcelain from Kutani, hand painted enamel on a white background Sig...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Meiji Kutani Model of a Recumbent Sleeping Cat, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this amazing set of two antique Japanese Kutani models of recumbent sleeping cats, 19th Century. The details and facial expression are amazing. Both on a stand which...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Wood Monkey Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Masakazu Japan, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Signed Masakazu A monkey sitting. H. 1.8 cm x L 2.2cm. Japan, 19th century. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: J...
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20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Great Wood Carving Lion Figurine / 1868-1920 / Rare Item
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This looks like an old copperware, but it is a wood carving work. It is glossy because it is finished with black lacquer. It is a very delicate and beautiful sculpture. The expression of the lion is cool. Also, the sculpture on the tail is wonderful. It is thought that it was carved on wood such as Japanese cypress. The name of the engraver is also engraved. The name "Kichitaro" is engraved. I don't know the details of this person. There are also small cracks and defects. There is a loss in the lower part of his right ear and part of his tail. And there are lacquer cracks and wood cracks. This is an old one, so there is something like this. Also, in the case of Japanese and Chinese lions, a ball is attached to the left hand, but this is missing. However, it is a work that is quite impressive. It is a rare item...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Masouleh Tower02 Tribal Style Bookcase
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Masouleh Tower 02 Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his work...
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2010s Tribal Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1950s Japanese Iron Bird Sculpture Mid-Century Asian Cabinmodern Art
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hard to find object, we have never seen another. It is cast metal with a faux verdigris/archaic finish, marked JAPAN on verso. Weighs 1.5 pounds, stand 5.25 inches tall.
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1950s Brutalist Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Shell Sculpture Paperweight by Mikasa
By Mikasa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Intricate hand blown glass shell sculpture with silver specks / Made in Japan by Kurata for retailer Mikasa, circa 1980s Original sticker on the base ...
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Late 20th Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

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 Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Japanese Trappist Nun Figures Wood Turned
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a vintage Japanese lathe-turned trappist nun figures in wood. Monastery & Convent Hakodate Hokkaido Dimensions: 4.75 H x 1.25 diameter Please visit take a...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Dansk Modernist White Porcelain Rhinoceros Bank
By Dansk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Dansk Rhinoceros white Porcelain ceramic Coin bank. Sleek Dansk white Porcelain Rhinoceros Bank, Scandinavian style, Modernist. Unique addition t...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Patrick Horsley Handmade Stoneware Abstract Modern Graphic Design Tray Wall Art
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Stoneware tray or wall piece with superb graphic design, created by Patrick Horsley of Portland, Oregon. Piece is signed as seen in my third picture. T...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Japanese Meiji Genryusai Seiya Bronze Elephant and Tigers
Located in Dallas, TX
Japanese Meiji Genryusai Seiya bronze elephant and tigers, circa 1890. This moving and detailed bronze grouping depicts a savage attack by two viscous...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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