Showa Furniture

Imao Keisho (1902-1993) Pine Trees Early 20th Century, Circa 1930 Pair of six-panel Japanese screens. Ink on silk and gold leaf. Dimensions: Each screen H. 67.5” x 148” (172 cm x 376 cm) A pair of monumental six-panel Japanese pine screens by the renowned Nihonga artist Imao Keisho. Here Keisho entirely removed the background and brought the pine trees to the surface of the painting. This simplification of the elements makes the scene exceptionally direct and compelling and injects a very modern...

These are 60s-70s chairs designed by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokkou. The original stickers still exist. All frames are made of bent solid beech wood. Akita Mokkou has a history of o...

Framed Japanese Painting on Silk, Flowers In Basket , Japan, Showa Period C.1930 Present in excellent condition commensurate of age

A Japanese two-panel folding screen depicting the sweeping branches of an old pine tree heavily covered with snow, set against a warm gold ground. The composition is dominated by th...

A finely executed and elegantly composed Japanese cloisonné enamel vase from the Showa period, attributed to the Ando Cloisonné Company—one of the most important and enduring produce...

This Japanese vintage okidoko (low display cabinet) was crafted during the Mid Showa Period, circa 1950. In Japan, this type of cabinet is known as an okidoko—a traditional low disp...

This is a jacket with cotton which was made in Japan. These kind of jackets are called Hanten in Japanese. Hanten is a short jacket similar to a haori, but without a gusset. It is...

Japanese Woodblock, printed in the Postcard-sized during the 1930s, this antique Japanese Woodblock is by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) with stamp and is titled “Mount Fuji and Sailboat.”...

A Handsome Pair (2) Ceramic blue and white hand painted "Lantern And Cherry Tree" Bowls Artisan Mint And Signed A wonderful Japanese pair of two (2) ) attractive hand-painted blu...

Wonderful example of old tea leaf design From our recent Japanese Acquisitions A finely cast Japanese traditional iron teapot -chagama- with a wonderful...

Period: Taishō–Shōwa Size: 170 cm x 378 cm (67 in x 149 in) SKU: 2481 Dimensions: 170 cm x 378 cm (67 in x 149 in) Bathed in the gentle shimmer of gold leaf, Summer Breeze on Gold ...

This exquisite Kutani ware sake cup (ochoko) showcases the refined artistry of traditional Japanese porcelain. The exterior is richly decorated with classic Kutani motifs—stylized ...

A large six-panel folding screen (byōbu) forming a pair with the previously presented crane screen. This screen features a striking composition of cranes: one with wings majestically...

This is a stone mined in Japan. Measure: w 22cm. Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in the mountains have been shaved and stones for viewing have been qua...

This is a Japanese sculpture of a monkey created using the traditional Dakkatsu Kanshitsu (hollow dry lacquer) technique. Seated quietly with one leg extended forward and its body ge...

This is a Fukuro Obi made in Japan around 1960s. It is made with Silk and it is in good condition. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono.Obi are categorised by their design, formality, material, and use, and can be made of a number of types of fabric, with heavy brocade weaves worn for formal occasions, and some lightweight silk obi worn for informal occasions. Fukuro obi are slightly less formal than maru obi...

Japanese kimono, richly decorated with polychrome embroideries with silk and metallic threading, bright green silk set, embroidered decoration and appliqué, motif of flowers and birds.

This is an antique Japanese hand-carved wooden sculpture depicting a soldier of the Imperial Japanese Army. Dressed in full military uniform and captured mid-stride, the figure conve...

A wonderful four-panel Japanese (or perhaps Chinese) Byobu folding screen featuring an elderly Buddhist Zen monk and young novice boy crossing a lake/river/waterway by slow skiff boa...

This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...

This is a small old taiko drum that was used in Japan. It is likely from the Meiji to Taisho period, around 1868–1925. Japanese taiko drums come in many sizes, from large drums used ...

This is a Fukuro Obi made in Japan around 1970s. It is made with Silk and it is in good condition. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono.Obi are categorised by their design, formality, material, and use, and can be made of a number of types of fabric, with heavy brocade weaves worn for formal occasions, and some lightweight silk obi worn for informal occasions. Fukuro obi are slightly less formal than maru obi...

Period: Taishō–Shōwa Size: 170 cm x 378 cm (67 in x 149 in) SKU: 2480 Dimensions: 170 cm x 378 cm (67 in x 149 in) Bathed in the gentle shimmer of gold leaf, Summer Breeze on Gold ...

A rare Ando Jubei ginbari cloisonne vase. On the body two branches of white and pink cherry blossoms in full bloom and bud form with verdant foliage, worked in meticulous detail, set...

Japanese Chabudai Low Folding Table from the Showa Period (1927-1945). A compact table that folds up for storage that was originally designed for the small domiciles in Japan. Now it...

Light house lovers delight- first we've seen- complete with attached entry house, tall 18 Inch height. Weighs in at 10 pounds. Original hand painted colors of red, white, blue, and...

A hanging scroll (kakejiku), ink on paper (shihon nikuhitsu), depicting a landscape titled "Koharu" (小春, "Indian Summer"), by Ito Yoshiaki (伊藤嘉晃). The artist was a special member of ...

This is a bamboo flower basket vase made in Japan during the Showa period, around the 20th century. It appears to have been designed after a “biku,” a basket-like container tradition...

An exceptional, deeply spiritual masterpiece of Japanese 水石 (Suiseki / Viewing Stone) art: a naturally formed "Sugata-ishi" (Figure Stone) that reveals the serene silhouette of a med...

This is an antique Japanese display shelf, a beautiful piece of storage furniture distinguished by its light structure and well-balanced proportions. Its elegant presence brings a qu...

This is the warhead part (shell) of an old Japanese shell. Functional parts such as the internal explosive and fuse have already been lost, and we present this as a safe relic that h...

Late Shōwa period wardrobe or linen cupboard. The top half has two locking doors and many removable drawers, which could be reformatted for multiple uses. While the base consists of...

Impressive Japanese style Showa period six-panel byobu screen featuring a serene Chinese mountain landscape along a waterway over a dramatic gilt background. The painting is accompan...

Plaster mold for making *Okame mask, Showa period, 20th century, Japan, approx. 21 x 18 x 6cm (8.26 x 7.08 x 2.36in), in actually used condition as is. Not ...

This is an old Japanese wooden object. It is carved from the root of a tree. I believe it was made from the late Showa period to the early Heisei period. The wood was originally a li...

Special Antique Lighting Emits Glow of Light Japan, a fine large vintage hand crafted lantern with exquisite details from the Showa (1940s) period. May be suspended from its loop handle or placed on any surface as it includes heavy cast feet. This handsome large Lantern was enhanced with new interior paper and a new electric light for dramatic visual enjoyment. Dimensions: 18 inches high to top of loop handle and 15 inches diameter The striking and well proportioned older lantern is fashioned in bronze as roof kasa and light chamber or base Hibukuro or kiso all with patina from good age. Notice the lovely flying crane bronze...

A Japanese antique side table crafted from oak and dating from the 1930s–1940s. Its gently rounded silhouette gives the piece a charming, approachable presence, while the splayed, la...

This is a silk jacket which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1980s. The haori is a traditional Japanese hip- or thigh-length jacket worn over a kimono. Resembling ...

A Japanese antique display shelf crafted from solid cedar, dating from the 1930s–1950s. The deep, matured tone of the wood and the substantial thickness of the cedar boards give the ...

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 ...

Japanese sosaku-hanga style print titled Poem 69-56, signed in graphite at the lower right. Edition 82/202. This work presents a refined, abstracted interpretation of Kanji character...

A beautifully designed and composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito. Many consider Saito to be one of the most important, if not the most important, contem...

A rare set of three carved wooden monkeys made in Japan during the early Meiji period. Each is seated on a craggy rock base, hands raised to cover the eyes, the mouth, and the ears i...

Beautiful vintage Japanese Shōwa lacquered & gold Suzuribako calligraphy chest. Circa early-mid 20th century. The chest with four drawers having a gold maki‑e cloud and landscape sc...

Japanese Bronze vase from Showa period made by master Nakajima Yasumi II. Comes with its original signed tomobako (wooden box). Engraved signature at the bottom. Nakajima Yasumi, al...

A refined Japanese two-panel folding screen (byōbu), painted on silk with an elegant composition of bamboo, chrysanthemums and flowering plum against a warm gold-toned ground. Tall...

Japanese Fine Large " Rising Moon" Sushi Tray- Artisan Crafted From Rare Blue Bizen Pottery This wonderful older and large rectangular size sushi serving plate is a sturdy, thickl...

This Japanese bronze and mixed metals box dates to the Showa period, circa 1930, and is finely decorated with 24 karat gold and silver inlay in the manner of Fujii Yoshitoyo, to whos...

This is an old stool made in Japan. It was made in the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). The top surface is made of cedar wood and the legs are made of iron. Despite the combination of...

This is a flower vase which was made in Japan around 2000s. It is with porcelain and hand painted. The design is with Japanese apricot UME.

This is a very old Japanese drawer storage. This is from the Early Showa period (1920s-1940s). The material is Paulownia. Paulownia wood is the least prone to warping and deformatio...

A refined and visually engaging example of mid-twentieth century Japanese cloisonné enamel, attributed to the Sato Cloisonné Company—recognized for prod...

A bronze flower vase titled "Houmei," cast in seido (靖銅) bronze. Signed on the base with the artist's mark. Comes with the original wood tomobako (storage box). Three generations of ...

One "Deer" lantern Available Please view our video Call or Contact Us For Details A tall antique classsic beauty with all original pieces. Japan, a fine tall kasuga "deer" gran...

A beautiful string of Japanese hand-crafted Buddhist Juzu mala beads made of natural wood. These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist mon...

A Japanese antique cabinet crafted from a combination of zelkova and cedar, dating from the 1950s. Its straightforward structure and approachable scale make it an easy piece to incor...

A gorgeous four-panel Showa Period Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a beautiful nature scene with a stunning piercing blue blossoming flowers placed along the waterway landsca...

A beautiful Sato ginbari cloisonne vase. On the body a tree branch of cherry blossoms in full bloom amid verdant foliage, worked in meticulous detail, set against emerald green backg...

A fine antique Japanese enamel vase. With wired cloisonne flowers against a red ginbari ground. The ginbari technique (similar to guilloc...

Massive Japanese Bronze Bell "Tsurigane" Inscribed and dedicated to peace and humanity, 1947. Please view our video. Pleasing resonating sound awaits you with this oversized bronze...