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Exceptional Taisho Period c.1925 bronze flower vase with a koi (carp) swimming up a waterfall symbolizing courage and determination. On the opposite side are the Japanese More »
Exceptional Taisho Period c.1925 bronze flower vase with a koi (carp) swimming up a waterfall symbolizing courage and determination. On the opposite side are the Japanese characters, 'Ken & To' in raised relief, meaning to persist and challenge. The vase is signed by Minobe and was most likely commissioned as a gift for someone facing a challenging journey or task. The upper kanji 'Ken' has a tiny light scratch in the upper left stroke as well as the area above it, but imperceptable to the camera and basically the eye. Ask for shipping quote. H:36cm ; Diameter:12cm « Less
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Adorning the railing post tops around a buddhist alter in a zen temple, these antique Japanese bronze post tops are elegant and utterly decorative. Two gold rings around the More »
Adorning the railing post tops around a buddhist alter in a zen temple, these antique Japanese bronze post tops are elegant and utterly decorative. Two gold rings around the post lend an air of elegance to the superb visual effect. c.1935. (10" x 4¾") (26cm x 12cm) Ask for EMS shipping quote. perfect condition. « Less
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Beautiful Wabi-Sabi late Meiji Period c.1910 jizaikagi hearth pot holder. The bamboo pole hung over the irori fire pit in the old minka houses and held the iron cooking pot More »
Beautiful Wabi-Sabi late Meiji Period c.1910 jizaikagi hearth pot holder. The bamboo pole hung over the irori fire pit in the old minka houses and held the iron cooking pot or iron tea pot over the coals. With the iron hook and chain the wood carved fish can be adjusted. Both the bamboo pole and the zelkova wood fish have years of patina smoked on. Wonderful Mingei folk art piece. L:182cm x width of fish :32cm . Ask for shipping quote. « Less
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Quintessential Taisho Period c.1925 Oribe sweets tray for the tea ceremony. Beautiful oribe olive greens and iron feldspar brown markings and geometric patterns. The tray More »
Quintessential Taisho Period c.1925 Oribe sweets tray for the tea ceremony. Beautiful oribe olive greens and iron feldspar brown markings and geometric patterns. The tray seems to have a hanko seal on the back but we can't read it. Perfect condition. Ask for shipping quote. W:27cm x H: 17cm « Less
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Wonderful bronze tea ceremony hanging moon vase with cherry blossom crest in raised relief. C.1950 in excellent condition with some slight wear of the bronze finish. See More »
Wonderful bronze tea ceremony hanging moon vase with cherry blossom crest in raised relief. C.1950 in excellent condition with some slight wear of the bronze finish. See pictures. Ask for shipping quote. H:36cm x W33cm « Less
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Tranquil and serene stone jizo bosatsu bodhisattva with hands together in prayer. The jizo was a guardian diety to protect and save sentient beings. The stone is well carved More »
Tranquil and serene stone jizo bosatsu bodhisattva with hands together in prayer. The jizo was a guardian diety to protect and save sentient beings. The stone is well carved and the facial expression in peaceful repose. Great for gardens or in a special place at home. Ask for shipping quote. H:43cm x W:20cm « Less
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Sensational Kunisada I Edo Period kabuki sumo actor Ichikawa Ebizo. The woodblock was printed in 1839. It has the gov't original permission stamp, the publisher's name and More »
Sensational Kunisada I Edo Period kabuki sumo actor Ichikawa Ebizo. The woodblock was printed in 1839. It has the gov't original permission stamp, the publisher's name and the kabuki play, actor and theater name. The edges on the back have been backed to preserve, otherwise in pristine condition. Sporting Kunisada trademark eyes, this sumo san is par excellence. Ask for shipping quote. H:33cm x 25cm « Less
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Serene and peaceful Kshitigarbha Bodhisattva or Jizo Bosatsu wood carving c.1920 Taisho Period with black lacquered robes and gold gilt chest and face. The Kshitigarbha More »
Serene and peaceful Kshitigarbha Bodhisattva or Jizo Bosatsu wood carving c.1920 Taisho Period with black lacquered robes and gold gilt chest and face. The Kshitigarbha Bodhisattva vowed to save all sentient beings in all six realms of rebirth between the time of Buddha's death and the appearance of Maitreya, the buddha of the future. The staff symbolizes his vow. This bosatsu is rare in that he has a halo with three sacred wishing gems. One hand is missing but other hand and feet in good condition. Comes in paulownia wood box. Ask for shipping quote. H:53 x W:19cm « Less
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Lovely tea ceremony bamboo root flower vase c.1950 with lacquered rim and base and copper inset to hold flowers. The culm has a very wabi sabi bend to create the tea ceremony More »
Lovely tea ceremony bamboo root flower vase c.1950 with lacquered rim and base and copper inset to hold flowers. The culm has a very wabi sabi bend to create the tea ceremony aesthetic. Ask for shipping quote. H:27cm x W:15cm « Less
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Outstanding sound from this very large c.1935 zen buddhist bronze temple gong used for sutra chanting. The striker is wood covered in layers of black lacquer and goat skin. More »
Outstanding sound from this very large c.1935 zen buddhist bronze temple gong used for sutra chanting. The striker is wood covered in layers of black lacquer and goat skin. The sound is deep, resonant and unending. Vibrates into your soul. The cushion is covered in silk brocade. Ask for shipping quote. H:24cm x diam: 29cm « Less
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