Japanese Furniture

I would like to introduce a rare Japanese stone Buddha, “Amida Nyorai,” created in the mid-Edo period (around 1700-1850). Amida Nyorai is the Buddha who governs the “Pure Land of Pa...

An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and ...

A highly important Japanese export lacquer cabinet with depiction of the Dutch East India Company tradepost Deshima and the annual Dutch delegation on its way to the Shogun in Edo Edo period, circa 1660-1680 H. 88 x W. 100.5 x D. 54 cm This cabinet includes a later European japanned stand, but also a modern powder-coated steel frame. The latter can be designed and added to your specific needs. The sides and front of the rectangular two-door cabinet are embellished in gold and silver hiramaki-e and takamaki-e on a black roiro lacquer ground with a continuous design. The two doors depict a long procession of numerous figures travelling on foot and horseback along buildings and a pagoda into a mountainous landscape. This is the annual court journey, Hofreis, of the Dutch from Nagasaki to the Shogun’s court in Edo. Three horseback riders are dressed as Dutch merchants and a fourth figure, probably het Opperhoofd, is seen inside a palanquin, norimon. Just about to cross the bridge, two men are carrying a cabinet like the present one. Many Japanese figures on either side of the procession are engaged in various activities; some play musical instruments on board of small boats, others are fishing; figures inside buildings are depicted playing go, and farmers are tending to their rice paddocks. The upper part of the right door shows a large mansion, probably the local daimyo’s castle, with men kneeling before a man in the central courtyard. The court journey fits in with the foreign policy of the shogunate which accorded a role to the VOC alongside China, Korea, and the Ryukyu Islands who also had to pay tribute. However, the VOC employees were traders, having low status in Japan’s social hierarchy, and they were received with less deference than were the state embassies from Korea and the Ryukyu Islands. Nevertheless, the contacts with the Dutch were a welcome source of information to the Shogun about Europe and European science and technology. The left side of the cabinet depicts, in mirror image, a rare view of the artificial fan-shaped Deshima Island, the trading post for the Dutch in Japan. The island, where the Dutch flag flies, is surrounded by small Japanese boats and an anchored three-masted fluyt (cargo ship), flying Dutch flags, with on the stern the VOC monogram. On the bottom right a busy street of Nagasaki is shown, bordered by shops and leading up to the stone bridge. On the island the trees are beautifully painted, two cows can be seen, and the flagpole, all in very fine detail. Dutchmen and enslaved Malay are visible outside the buildings and two Japanese figures, probably guards, sit in a small hut in the centre. A maximum of fifteen to twenty Dutchmen lived on the island at any time and soldiers or women were not allowed. Restrictions on Deshima were tight, and the merchants were only allowed to leave the island by special permission. The Opperhoofd had to be replaced every year, and each new Opperhoofd had to make a court journey to pay tribute, present gifts, and to obtain permission to Margaret Barclay eep on trading. In the distance, many birds fly above the hills and a four-story pagoda can be seen. The right side of the cabinet is painted with other horse riders and their retinue journeying through mountains. The pair of doors to the front open to reveal ten rectangular drawers. The drawers are decorated with scenes of birds in flight and landscapes with trees and plants. The reverse of the left door with two thatched buildings, one with a ladder, underneath a camelia tree with large blooms; the right door with a three-story pagoda nestled among trees and both doors with a flying phoenix, ho-oo bird. The cabinet, with elaborately engraved gilt copper mounts, hinges, lock plates and brass handles, is raised on an 18th-century English japanned wood stand. A pair of large cabinets...

Impressive pair of 17th century Japanese Edo period Rinpa school screens made in the manner and style of Autumn Grasses by Tawaraya Sotatsu (1570-1640). Beautifully decorated with wi...

20th century/Shōwa era japanese glazed porcelain teapot of black cat with mouse Lid By: unknown Material: porcelain, paint, wood, ceramic Technique: pressed, molded, carved, painted...

Vintage Japanese Black and Gold Ginger Jar—lustrous glaze with intricate gold motifs adds timeless elegance to interiors.​ We sell items as acquired...

A beautiful, simple yet elegantly designed embossed woodblock print by Japanese artist Kunio Kaneko. This work is from his "Tabi" series (traditional Japanese socks for Geishas or w...

Shigemichi Aomine for the National Crafts Council (NCC.) Pair of sculptural serving trays. Large L 22 in Small L 9 x W 6.75 x H 3/8 in      

Meiji Period (1868-1912) From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases by the Hayashi School in their Original Tomoba...

Faboulous japanese earthenware vase of small size. Mark at the base: Yasui. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Vas...

1960s Modern minimalist aesthetic Orange Vase Small Bud Vase Japanese Sake Bottle maker stamp ATC 5 h x 2 diameter Original vintage condition Refer to images listed

These magnificent lamps are shipped as photographed and described in the narrative. They are custom built using materials of the highest quality and are shipped complete with the new shades, harps and finials shown in the photos. A majestic pair of vintage Asian Cloisonne vessels...

Attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki, 1845 to 1927, a rare antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel vase. The vase has an urn shaped body and a wide fluted neck. The body of the vase is a...

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...

A fine quality antique Japanese cloisonne enamel lidded jar from the Meiji period, standing on a foot and featuring a lush decor with mythical animals and floral motifs on a pink bac...

Rare and early mid century desk / table lamp model "5X" by Isamu Noguchi in washi paper and black lacquered metal base produced and branded with the "Sun and the Moon" by Ozeki & Co,...

This is a tasteful antique cedar bench made around the Showa period. The warmth of the wood and the texture that evokes the era are attractive, and the design is simple yet strikin...

Hand-carved Taisho period netsuke depicting a tiger with its head over its shoulder. The word netsuke is formed using the symbol ne (根) meaning “root" and tsuke (付) meaning “attach...

A rare high quality large antique Japanese, late Meiji period, Silver wire and enamel over copper vase. The amphora shaped vase has a narrow fluted neck. The ware is enameled with a ...

A high quality Japanese, Meiji era, cloisonne enamel and silver wire vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of blos...

LARGE SIZED OVOID VASE From our Japanese collection we are pleased to offer this Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Rose Vase by the Ando Company. The vase of large ovoid form decorated wit...

A great post modern 1980's set of three items: ice bucket with cover and two additional trays. Made in Japan by Taste Setter Sigma. Serving trays are ...

A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese artists to combine Western-style elements with the traditional methods of woodblock printmaking. This work is known as "Dancing Figure (Eshima)" The print is signed (in white ink within the image) and sealed (in red) by Kawano. This work is a quite rare self-printed lifetime double dai Oban large-size print. The quality and colors are striking. It is likely from a limited edition and perhaps numbered on the lower margin (we can not verify as it was previously framed but we are confident that this is the case). A very beautiful and rich image. Would make for a great addition to any Japanese art and print collection or Stand-out accent work in about any setting. Frame dimensions: 30.5" high, 20.5" wide, .5" deep Viewable art...

A stunning Scandinavian style blue cased glass 'hooped' vase with semi opaque inner white casing. Made in Japan, probably around the 1970's. Size Measures approx 8 inches tall by 3....

This is an old Japanese display stand. It is made from a block of zelkova wood. Perfect for displaying objects, vases, etc. We will always suggest the best shipping method. Please c...

Gwathmey & Siegel inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright designed this pattern. Custom blue five-piece dinner set in original boxes. Dinner plate, soup bowl, salad plate, cup and saucer. 6 s...

This is an antique planter. A Japanese, bronze decorative jardiniere in Tokugawa or Edo taste, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. Fascinatingly decorative planter with ...

A 19th Century Okimono Bronze Meiji period Japanese Crab. The crab is of good weight and could be a decorative object or a paperweight. The sculpture is ...

A vintage Japanese urn shaped enamel over copper vase. The exterior of the vase is adorned with hand enameled panels depicting butterflies, cranes...

A large and magnificently decorated Japanese lacquer document box, ryoshibako, signed Umeboshi/Baikyo, late Edo or early Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The large document box, ryoshibako, of tall, rectangular shape with rounded corners, and fitted with an inrobuta (flush-fitting) cover with beveled edges. The exterior of this exquisite box is decorated all over with fifteen different raised reserves shaped as uchiwa (paddle) fans against a lush and intricate krikane ground imitating shagreen. The uchiwa shaped reserves all of takamaki-e, and exquisitely painted with designs of animals, flowers, and landscapes in silver, gold, maki-e, hiramaki-e, and takamaki-e, with kirikane, nashiji, and polychrome embellishments, upon gold lacquer fudame grounds. The interior of the lid is nothing short of spectacular, featuring a large design of a magnificent and beautifully detailed rooster and hen with chicks gathered around a lazy stream. Large stalks of chrysanthemum bloom behind them. All against an ethereal nashiji ground. The cover of the box features five reserves: 1. Three minogame (turtles with long tails), symbolizing longevity 2. "Narihira Crossing the Sumida" from The Tales of Ise...

The fantastic country-of-origin Japanese poster for Godzilla vs Monster Zero (aka Invasion of Astro Monster). Beautiful colours. Japanese design typically features wonderful montage...

Original Japanese film poster for the 1965 musical comedy Help! Starring The Beatles, and directed by Richard Lester. The art work on this Japanese poster is unique to the films rele...

Meiji period (1868 - 1912) sumi-e (or ink painting) on paper of a venerable pine tree with limbs stretching out over a bluff. Beautiful signature and seal read: Biei. Ink on paper ...

Description A Japanese Satsuma vase and cover marked base Condition Overall Condition: 1 restuck chip to rim. Size 190mm high Period 19th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912).

This is a Japanese Kanzashi. Kanzashi is a hair ornament used in traditional Japanese hairstyles. These hair ornaments are made in about 1920s in Taisho era. Two-piece stick-shaped...

Unusual set of 4 quality antique Japanese Imari Dishes in wonderful hand painted red, green, blue and gold colours with a scalloped edge A charming set in fabulous original condi...

An antique Japanese Meiji Period tobacco pouch, featuring a leather interior and covered in French-knotted silk with floral patterns. The pouch is adorned with relief fish images on ...

This is a bowl made with porcelaine called Imari ware. This style of porcelain is especially called Nabeshima ware -Kosen gama. This bow was made around 2000s in showa era. And on th...

An exceptional and stunning Japanese bronze handled mirror within a fitted black lacquered case. The mirror is polished to one side with the other s...

A fine Japanese Imari porcelain lidded jar or urn. Decorated throughout with painted red floral devices with blue underglaze and gilt highlights against a white ground. Simply ...

An antique Japanese late Meiji era decorative enamel over copper plate or charger. The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome design of sparrows and frogs in blossoming f...

A lovely set of a teapot and 2 teabowls and saucers. Of moulded shape and with floral decoration. The bowls have hidden decoration in the wall of flowers. Additional information: Ma...

Rodeo shelf designed by Shigeki Fujishiro for Idee Japan. Possible to connect each shelf horizentally. It's the style in Y2K interior and design. Also rea...

With various flowers, manderin ducks and garden stone accented with gold leaf on ground surface. Nagasaki School Painting.

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). It has a keyed door so that it can also be used as a safe. Both metal fittings are attached with very ...

Japanese circa 1860 A late nineteenth century set of three graduated Meiji period lacquer tray tables, stacking one atop the other, with black and gold chinoiserie decoration throug...

A Japanese doll with a powdered face and silk clothing and tall headdress from the early 1900s, during the Taisho period. Introducing a Japanese treasure from the early 20th century,...

An antique Japanese decorative cloisonne enamel vase with a gilt bronze base and handles. It has a rounded, bowl like shape of a blue color with floral and swirl patterns, adorned wi...

Print size: 245 x 360 mm Sheet size: 270 x 385 mm Exterior: 330 x 480 mm A masterpiece by woodblock artist Shirou Kasamatsu　笠松紫浪 "Large Lantern of the Asakusa Kannon-do"　「浅草観音堂大提灯」 ...

Silver and Lacquer Sake Set Unno Shomin Meiji period, late 19th century This extraordinary sake set exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship, created by the esteemed Unno ...

A Kuramata side 1 eighteen drawers cabinet in cherrywood. Shiro Kuramata was a Japanese designer from 1965 when he founded the Kuramata Design Office in Tokyo...

All Tamamoku Shuhamadai 1070(W)× 240(H) × 500(D) [mm] Tabletop thickness 35mm A very beautiful Tamamoku tabletop crafted into a fan shape Even the legs are made of beautiful Tamamok...

A pair of identical antique Japanese copper serving plates with cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji period, ca. 1895. Round footed pieces. Black ground color. The piece is decorated ...

This is an old Japanese drawer storage shelf. This was made during the Meiji period. All the shelves are made from solid chestnut wood. After more than 100 years, it has become more ...

Vintage pair of tall table lamp is decorated with traditional motifs of Japanese cherry trees in bloom on pink glaze background. Abstract traditional designs in green are used to fo...

An assembled pair of Japanese Woodblock print by Paul Jacoulet (French, 1896-1960) entitled La Mariee and Le Marie, Seoul Coree (The Bride and The Groom). Created in 1948 and 1950, the two prints were not intentionally designed by Jacoulet as a matching pair. However, it became popular among his collectors to pair them as a couple due to the subject matter and the complimentary and symmetrical composition. La Mariee shows a shy bride against a rather plain window like background which made her elaborate wedding gown pop. Silver and MOP mica were used both in the background and on her dress, the sash and its embroidery. It is signed in plate and marked with the Red Owl stamp. Le Marie sets the groom slightly back as a "floating figure" against a more elaborate Korean folding screen...

Name: Mushroom Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova pale tone finish This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most o...

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome ginbari cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, Squat round shape, long neck and decorative side handles. Green body with red and y...

Kutani ware is a color-painted porcelain produced around Kanazawa City in the southern part of Ishikawa Prefecture, starting in 1655. It features a colorfu...

Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Plum Blossoms Décor and Silver Plated Rim and Bottom. Height 17 cm. In excellent condition. Discover the timeless beauty of Japanese artistry with this ...