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Style: Showa
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 Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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 Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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 Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Sculpture
Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Sculpture

Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Sculpture

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Okimono, “Nemuri-Neko” Style, Taishō–Early Shōwa Period A refined Japanese Kutani porcelain okimono depicting a peacefully sleeping cat, datin...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

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 Japanese Vintage Showa 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 Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

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Porcelain

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 Japanese Vintage Showa 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 Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Two Frogs on the Lotus Leaf' 1950s Showa era
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Two Frogs on the Lotus Leaf' 1950s Showa era

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Two Frogs on the Lotus Leaf' 1950s Showa era

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1950s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fast...

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1950s Japanese Vintage Showa 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 Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese wooden puppy figurine / Showa era / 20th century
Antique Japanese wooden puppy figurine / Showa era / 20th century

Antique Japanese wooden puppy figurine / Showa era / 20th century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a wooden puppy figurine created in Japan during the Showa period. Crafted from a coniferous wood like cypress, it retains its soft grain and warm texture. Finished without a ...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Cypress

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke ' Duck ' 1950s Showa Era
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke ' Duck ' 1950s Showa Era

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke ' Duck ' 1950s Showa Era

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1950s. This netsuke was made by a netsuke artist. (you can find his signature on the bottom of this netsuke). Netsuke i...

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1950s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Japanese wooden ptarmigan figurine / Made in 1967 / Showa era
Vintage Japanese wooden ptarmigan figurine / Made in 1967 / Showa era

Vintage Japanese wooden ptarmigan figurine / Made in 1967 / Showa era

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This wooden ptarmigan statue was carved in Japan in 1967 (Showa 42). The underside of the base is inscribed with ink: "April 1967," "Ptarmigan," and "Living on Mount Tateyama," revea...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Ceramic Sculpture of a Girl, Signed Yamaguchi, Shōwa Period
Japanese Ceramic Sculpture of a Girl, Signed Yamaguchi, Shōwa Period

Japanese Ceramic Sculpture of a Girl, Signed Yamaguchi, Shōwa Period

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A fine Japanese ceramic sculpture depicting a young girl, delicately modeled with a sense of quiet charm and introspection. The piece captures a gentle, naturalistic expression, refl...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Porcelain Manekineko Cat Objet Blue 2000s
Japanese Porcelain Manekineko Cat Objet Blue 2000s

Japanese Porcelain Manekineko Cat Objet Blue 2000s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a manekineko lucky cat which was made in Japan around 2000s. It is made with porcelain. --- The Maneki-neko is a Japanese figure that brings good luck and fortune. It is u...

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Early 2000s Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Manekineko Lucky Cat Metal Piggy Bank 1960s Showa
Manekineko Lucky Cat Metal Piggy Bank 1960s Showa

Manekineko Lucky Cat Metal Piggy Bank 1960s Showa

Located in Paris, FR

This is a vintage piggy bank of manekineko cat. It is made with Metal and it was made around 1960s in Showa era. The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine which is often believe...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Antique Japanese Wooden Carving of a Bear / Hokkaido / 20th Century / Showa Era
Antique Japanese Wooden Carving of a Bear / Hokkaido / 20th Century / Showa Era

Antique Japanese Wooden Carving of a Bear / Hokkaido / 20th Century / Showa Era

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This traditional wooden bear carving is believed to have been produced in Hokkaido between the early Showa period and the 1950s (circa 1930-1955). The humorous composition of the bea...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Cypress

Japanese Sumo Wresler KitanoUmi Figure Pottery 1980s
Japanese Sumo Wresler KitanoUmi Figure Pottery 1980s

Japanese Sumo Wresler KitanoUmi Figure Pottery 1980s

Located in Paris, FR

Dimensions: 7.5 x 12 x 18.5 cm Material: Pottery Name: Kitanoumi Period: Showa (1980s) Kitanoumi Toshimitsu (May 16, 1953 to November 20, 2015), born Toshimitsu Obata (Obata Toshi...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Antique Crab Obejct SAGETSU with Bronze 1930-40s
Japanese Antique Crab Obejct SAGETSU with Bronze 1930-40s

Japanese Antique Crab Obejct SAGETSU with Bronze 1930-40s

Located in Paris, FR

Object of crab with bronze: A very precious object made before the second world war, when bronze was rare to find. There is a signature on the back, it is written 'Sagetsu'. -Detai...

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1930s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Small Bronze Crab 1930s
Japanese Antique Small Bronze Crab 1930s

Japanese Antique Small Bronze Crab 1930s

Located in Paris, FR

Object of crab with bronze: A very precious object made before the second world war, when bronze was rare to find. -Details- Era: Showa (around 1930-1939) Materials: Bronze

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 1950s Showa era 'Small Boat'
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 1950s Showa era 'Small Boat'

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 Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique 2 Wooden Netsuke Charms Okinamen and Onnamen
Japanese Antique 2 Wooden Netsuke Charms Okinamen and Onnamen

Japanese Antique 2 Wooden Netsuke Charms Okinamen and Onnamen

Located in Paris, FR

These are wooden netsukes made in Japan around showa period 1980s. One is called 'Onnamen' and there one is called 'Okinamen'. These are masks that we use during Noh theater. Netsu...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Wooden Kokeshi Doll style Togatta Shojiro SAKAI 1960s
Japanese Wooden Kokeshi Doll style Togatta Shojiro SAKAI 1960s

Japanese Wooden Kokeshi Doll style Togatta Shojiro SAKAI 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a wooden doll which is called Kokeshi in Japanese. This kokeshi was made in Japan around 1960s by kokeshi artist Shojiro SAKAI. He was born in Sendai, Miyagi prefecture in 1s...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Porcelain Monkey Okimono Object by Shozan
Beautiful Porcelain Monkey Okimono Object by Shozan

Beautiful Porcelain Monkey Okimono Object by Shozan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful Porcelain Monkey Okimono object by Shozan Very good condition Mid-20th Century Size: 10cm x 15cm , H 14 cm / 4 x 6 inch, H. 5.5 in...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Porcelain Horse Okimono Object by Shozan
Beautiful Porcelain Horse Okimono Object by Shozan

Beautiful Porcelain Horse Okimono Object by Shozan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful Porcelain Horse Okimono object by Shozan Very good condition Mid-20th Century Size: 7cm x 16.5cm , H 20.5 cm / 3 x 6.5 inch, H. 8 i...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Kutani Pheasant Sculpture, Okimono, Showa Era, Early 20th Century
Japanese Kutani Pheasant Sculpture, Okimono, Showa Era, Early 20th Century

Japanese Kutani Pheasant Sculpture, Okimono, Showa Era, Early 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A spectacularly glazed Japanese Kutani model, okimono, of a pheasant, Showa era, early 20th century, Japan. The okimono, or decorative sculpture, in the form of a magnificent phea...

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1930s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Porcelain Sheep Okimono Object by Shozan
Beautiful Porcelain Sheep Okimono Object by Shozan

Beautiful Porcelain Sheep Okimono Object by Shozan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful Porcelain Sheep Okimono object by Shozan Very good condition Mid-20th Century Size: 19cm x 8.5cm , H 13 cm / 7.5 x 3.3 inch, H. 5 in...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Porcelain Rooster Okimono Object by Shozan
Beautiful Porcelain Rooster Okimono Object by Shozan

Beautiful Porcelain Rooster Okimono Object by Shozan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful Porcelain Rooster Okimono object by Shozan Very good condition mid-20th century Size: 8cm x 11cm , H 22 cm / 3 x 4.3 inch, H. 8.6 inch Weight: 320g ( 0.7 lb). ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object by Shozan
Beautiful Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object by Shozan

Beautiful Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object by Shozan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful Porcelain Carp Okimono object by Shozan Very good condition Mid-20th Century Size: 25cm x8 , H 12 cm / 10x 3 inch, H. 5 inch Weight: 640g ( 1.5 lb)

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Porcelain Dog Okimono Object by Shozan
Beautiful Porcelain Dog Okimono Object by Shozan

Beautiful Porcelain Dog Okimono Object by Shozan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful Porcelain Dog Okimono object by Shozan Very good condition Mid-20th Century Size: 22cm x 8cm , H 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 3 inch, H. 6 inch ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

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Porcelain

Japanese Iron Vase with Inlaid Silver and Gold by Ueda Hiroshi
Japanese Iron Vase with Inlaid Silver and Gold by Ueda Hiroshi

Japanese Iron Vase with Inlaid Silver and Gold by Ueda Hiroshi

Located in Stamford, CT

A cylindrical iron Ikebana vase with silver and gold spiral design depicting stream. The vase was made by Ueda Hiroshi and is signed Hiroshi. The box come...

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1970s Japanese Vintage Showa Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Signed Miniature Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object
Beautiful Signed Miniature Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object

Beautiful Signed Miniature Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Beautiful miniature Porcelain Tiger Okimono object Very good condition Mid 20th century Size: 16cm x 4.5cm H 8cm cm / 6.3 x 1.8 inch, H. 3 inch Weight: 190g ( 0.4 lb) Inte...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Showa sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Showa sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa sculptures made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $160 and tops out at $6,000 while the average work can sell for $537.