Japan - Folk Art

This is an antique piece of Japanese pottery. It is a valuable item that is thought to have been made before the Edo period (1600s to 1860s). Its beautiful color and unique texture...

Indonesian ceremonial mask. Age: 19th century Size: 15 x11x 14.5cm ( 6 x 4.3 x 5.7inch ) Weight: 314g ( 0.7lb ) Material: wood with paint Good condition, some abrasions as yo...

This is an extremely valuable hand-carved wood sculpture of a Japanese serow. This is a piece that highlights the artisan's outstanding techniques, and while most are natural and unpainted, this one is painted black, giving it a chic and sophisticated look. Even the areas where the paint has peeled off over time add to its charm. The exquisite balance of the carving of the fur and the carving of the surface gives it a strong and adorable look while still giving the impression of the flow of the fur. While it has the traditional beauty of form that is unique to Old Japan, it also has a smartness that is reminiscent of European wood carvings...

This is a wooden figurine from the Taisho period. "Hotei-son" is a god who is widely worshiped in Japan as one of the Seven Lucky Gods. It is modeled after the Zen monk Hotei, who ...

An expressive and sculpturally carved antique wooden fork. This three-pronged utensil features an elongated neck and hand-engraved geometric patterns along the handle, suggesting bot...