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Pair Japanese Bronze Temple Lotus Flowers - JJ9J191
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Rare pair of bronze vases displaying Buddhist temple flowers, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. A dramatic display of highly patinated gilded lotus blooms in various stages of flower. Increasingly difficult to find, especially of this venerable age. Wonderfully detailed, naturalistic. Very good condition. Dimensions: 18” high, 5” diameter (vase).
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Japanese Lacquer Buddhist Butsugu Altar Table, Meiji - TCXM27
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Remarkable Japanese wood, gilt and lacquer butsugu or Buddhist temple altar table, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Abundant gilt finish covers ornately carved ornamentation. Elegant curved feet and scroll edge top. Very good condition with some wear and lacquer loss commensurate with age and use, demonstrating a well-loved and utilized piece! Dimensions: 23.25” high, 61.5” wide, 16” deep.
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Japanese Zen Buddhist Ryu Dragon Scroll - JJFX67
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Our Price: $1,495.00
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Outstanding Japanese Zen Buddhist scroll, early-mid 20th century. Features a dramatic and animated Ryu dragon. According to legend, the Ryu is the incarnation of a mythical carp capable of swimming upstream along the Ryumon, a tributary of the Yangtze River in China. The Ryu represents the ability to seek and find inner strength, perseverance and success. Since ancient times, the Yamabushi Zen priests in the mountain regions of Japan have practiced Single-Stroke Serpent/Dragon Painting, a spontaneous expression unifying ink, brush, and canvas. Dragon paintings are thought to bring good luck and security. Signed and stamped by artist and temple. An exceptional item! Very good condition. Original mounting in fine shape. Dimensions: 58" x 20".
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Chinese Family Shrine, Carved Wood w/Metal Stand - JOXF26
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Traditional Chinese lacquered elm and cedar wood family shrine, Ching dynasty, c. 1890. Originally used for private worship of ancestors in the home. Detailed, authentic design, with handcarved elements and painted wood accents. Very good condition. Dimensions: 22.5” x 17” x 67.5” w/stand; 35” high w/out.
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Japanese Calligraphy Painting, Hotoke - JJXJ41
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Wonderful Japanese calligraphy painting, early-mid 20th century. Wonderfully, dramatic script of “hotoke” representing the Buddha or Buddhism. Signed/stamped. Vintage frame included. Very good condition. Dimensions: 52.5” high, 32.5” wide.
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Japanese Bronze Koro Incense Burner - JJXJ417
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Our Price: $479.00
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Japanese bronze koro or incense burner, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Lovely metal craftsmanship in rendering featuring sparrows and waves. Traditionally used for the burning of dry incense during the tea ceremony and often found in the tokonoma or alcove found in Japanese homes. Very good condition. Dimensions: 4” x 5.5”.
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Japanese Bronze Altar Vase - JJ9112510
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Excellent Japanese bronze Buddhist temple altar vase, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Ornate, finely rendered design features raised floral and figural motif and elephant head handles. For use in temple or home shrine. Rich old patina. Very good condition. Dimensions: 5.5” x 4”.
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Japanese Bronze Buddhist Temple Altar Vase - JJ9112511
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Handsome Japanese Art Deco-style Buddhist temple altar vase, early 20th century. Subtle, elegant form with flared lip. For use in temple or home shrine. Rich old patina. Very good condition. Dimensions: 7” x 5”.
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Japanese Buddha, Gilt Religious Figure - JJ8J1111
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Splendid Japanese wood, lacquer and gilt temple Buddha, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Beautiful gilt finish with full-body mandorla. Serenely posed in standing position atop lotus blossom throne. Exceptionally well carved, compassionate face. Very good condition. Wonderful item for home shrine or display. Dimensions: 12” x 4.5” x 4”.
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Japanese Altar Stand, Red Lacquer, Gilt Accents - JJ8J1108
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Our Price: $395.00
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Wonderful, old Japanese black and red lacquer altar stand, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Glossy red and black lacquer with dazzling gilt accents. Elegant scroll-edge top, smoothly curved legs. Handcarved gilt accents. Marvelous for home shrine, doll, ikebana or art display. Very good condition. Dimensions: 4.5” x 12” x 4.5”.
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Japanese Bronze Okimono Koro Incense Burner - JP91148
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Marvelous Japanese bronze okinomo koro incense burner, Jurojin, god of longevity, astride recumbent deer, Meiiji period, c. 1868-1912. Rendered as an old man with heavy beard, he carries a holy scepter and a scroll said to hold the life span of all living beings. Here he is shown with a gentle deer, as is often the case. Heavyweight bronze with rich, dark patina. Highly detailed features, benevolent countenance, extraordinary detail in facial features, flowing beard and robes. A dramatic piece in very good condition. Dimensions: 13” x 12” x 8”.
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Pair Japanese Gilt Iron Candle Stands, Lotus - JP911414
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Fine pair Japanese gilded iron candle stands, lotus motif, early-mid 20th century. Dramatic display of lotus blooms in various stages of flower. Wonderfully detailed, naturalistic, each one unique. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10” x 7” each.
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Japanese Bronze Buddhist Temple Altar Vases
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Our Price: $295.00
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Fine pair Japanese bronze Buddhist temple altar vases, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Ornate, finely rendered design features lovely patterning at base, lotus blossoms and group of monks/ For use in temple or home shrine. Rich old patina. A fantastic set! Very good condition. Dimensions: 5” x 3.75”.
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Korean Bronze Buddhist Deity Kwan Yin, Yi Dynasty - JO9102810
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Extraordinary Korean bronze Buddhist deity Kwan Yin or Kannon, Yi dynasty, c. 1890 Known as the god/dess of mercy and compassion, Kwan Yin is the Bodhisattva who hears the voices and concerns of the world, and, in order to provide immediate relief, can change into many different forms to save people freely at will according to their time and place. Heavyweight bronze with rich, dark patina. Delicate features, benevolent countenance, extraordinary detail in flowing robes. A dramatic piece in very good condition. Dimensions: 18” high, 8” wide, 5.25” deep.
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Japanese Wood and Lacquer Shrine - JC910204
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Fine Japanese wooden shrine, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Traditionally used for the private religious practice in the home. Rich, red lacquer and gilt accents. Fine, authentic design. Very good condition. Dimensions: 25” x 18” x 20”.
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Chinese Scroll Painting, Bodhidarma - JJ910236
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Large, eye-catching Chinese scroll painting featuring Bodhidharma, known as the first patriarch of Chan or Zen Buddhism in China, mid-20th century. Skillfully detailed in traditional pose. Highly animated facial expression. Signed/stamped. Very good condition. Dimensions: 74” x 28”.
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Japanese Buddha, Traveling Shrine - JC9994
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Exceptional, old Japanese lacquered wood and gilt seated Buddha in zushi traveling shrine, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Richly patinated gilt finish; gloss black lacquer on case. Detailed carving throughout, including delicate mandorla, lotus throne and flowing robes. Benevolent pose. Wonderful item for home or traveling shrine. Very good condition. Dimensions: 11” x 5” x 5” (zushi case); 8” x 4” x 3” (Buddha).
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Japanese Edo Wood Carving, Temple Guardian - JJ41399
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Magnificent Japanese Edo period carving of wooden temple guardian or Nio figure (1615-1750). Fabulous rendering shows traces of gold suggesting the piece may once have been gilded. Half-nude figure with rippling muscles a dynamic display of power and exaggerated realism characteristic of late 14th-century Japanese sculpture. Delicately detailed fingernails, nostrils, eyes and teeth. Called Misshaku Kongo, this figure represents overt strength with bared teeth and raised fist. The open mouth is said to represent the cosmic sound “ah” meaning birth. These figures are traditionally placed at the entrance of a temple or shrine for security and protection. Remarkable condition given its age! Height: 18”.
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Japanese Wakasa Lacquer Display Stand
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Impressive Japanese Wakasa lacquer display stand with charming fan motif, mid-20th century. From Fukui prefecture, Wakasa lacquer ware originated at the beginning of the Edo period. A remarkable technique involving multiple layers and undercoats and often decorated with a variety of elements including egg and sea shells, pine and cypress needles, seeds as well as gold or silver leaf. Repeated coating and polishing results in a wonderfully varied and textured effect overall. Comes with original kiri wood storage box. An exceptional piece in very good condition. Dimensions: 3” x 18” x 12”.
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Japanese Altar Stand, Lacquer and Gilt - JJ8J1105
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Fabulous, old Japanese black and red lacquer altar stand or sutra desk, Taisho Period, c. 1912-1926. Glossy black and red lacquer with dazzling gilt accents. Elegant scroll-edge top, smoothly curved legs. Marvelous for home shrine, doll, ikebana or art display. Good condition with some loss on scroll edge. Dimensions: 9” x 12” x 8”.
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Japanese Butsudan, Lacquer and Gilt Shrine or Altar Tansu - TJ98181
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Remarkable Japanese Buddhist table-top zushi, butsudan or altar tansu, Showa period, early 20th century. A highly detailed piece of rich black lacquer and fabulous gold décor used as a home shrine. Abundant handcarved accents throughout with brilliant and richly patinated gilt finish. Delicately incised brass fixtures, highly detailed handpainting. A spectacular piece! Very good condition. Dimensions: 64” high, 28” wide, 24” deep.
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Japanese Bronze Temple Bell or Singing Bowl - JC98917
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Immense Japanese bronze temple bell or singing bowl, early-mid 20th century. Wonderful hammered bronzework both inside and out, seated on cushion atop a red and gold lacquered wood stand with accompanying striker. Subtle, high-quality workmanship. Traditionally used at temple or for personal religious practice as well as dramatic display. Produces a fine, rich tone. Inscribed along top edge. Very good condition. Dimensions: 30” high w/stand, 12” x 16” (bell).
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Japanese Bronze Temple Bell or Singing Bowl & Stand - JC98918
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Fabulous Japanese bronze temple bell or singing bowl, early 20th century. Wonderful hammered bronzework both inside and out, seated on cushion atop a red and gold lacquered wood stand with accompanying striker. Subtle, high-quality workmanship. Traditionally used at temple or for personal religious practice as well as dramatic display. Produces a fine, rich tone. Inscribed along top edge. Very good condition. Dimensions: 27” high w/stand, 10” x 13” (bell).
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Japanese Bronze Singing Bowl or Temple Bell - JC98919
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Huge Japanese bronze temple bell or singing bowl, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Wonderful hammered bronzework both inside and out, seated on cushion atop a red and gold lacquered wood stand with accompanying striker. Subtle, high-quality workmanship. Traditionally used at temple or for personal religious practice as well as dramatic display. Produces a fine, rich tone. Inscribed along top edge with date and temple name, Komyonji. Very good condition. Dimensions: 27” high w/stand, 10” x 13” (bell).
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Scroll Painting, Hoju Sacred Jewel - JJ9872
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Spirited Japanese Zen scroll painting, early 20th century. Unusually whimsical work with energetic calligraphy and script. Motif is of sacred jewels, which allude to the treasures within us, said to bring light into darkness. Ink on paper, signed and stamped. Very good condition. Dimensions: 48” x 23.5”.
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Japanese Architectural Element, Carved Wood w/ Gilt - JJ9764
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Striking Japanese handcarved wood and gilt architectural temple shrine elements, Taisho, c. 1912-1926. Remarkable, finely detailed three-dimensional motif includes leaping carp, flowers and people. Very good condition. Dimensions: 17.5” x 4.25”.
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Japanese Buddhist Shrine in Lacquer Zushi - JC9MY821
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Exceptional Japanese wood, lacquer and gilt Buddhist traveling shrine, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Dazzling gilt finish throughout. Serenely posed double figures seated atop lotus blossom thrones. Exceptionally well carved, compassionate faces and highly detailed rendering. Wonderful item for dramatic home shrine or display. Very good condition. Dimensions: 22” high, 13” wide, 11” deep.
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Japanese Buddha, Handcarved Wood, Lacquer and Gilt - JP9A168
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Magnificent, huge Japanese wood, lacquer and gilt temple Buddha, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Beautiful gilt lotus throne base, serenely posed lacquered figure in standing position. Exceptionally well carved, compassionate face. Extremely rare to find such a large, old item is such good condition. Wonderful item for dramatic home shrine or display. Dimensions: 40” x 18” x 14” w/stand.
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Japanese Buddha with Zushi, Traveling Shrine - JP9A169
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Magnificent, huge Japanese wood, lacquer and gilt temple Amida Buddha, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Beautiful gilt finish with full-body mandorla. Serenely posed in standing position atop lotus blossom throne. Exceptionally well carved, compassionate face. Extremely rare to find such a large, old item is such good condition. Wonderful item for dramatic home shrine or display. Dimensions: 23” x 14” x 12” w/zushi; 19” high (Buddha).
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Japanese Buddhist Temple Flowers, Lotus Blossoms - JP9M817
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Fantastic, rare bouquet of Japanese gilded, carved wood Buddhist temple flowers in vase, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. A large, dramatic display of 15 beautiful lotus blooms in various stages of flower. Increasingly difficult to find, especially of this venerable age! Wonderfully detailed, naturalistic, each one unique. Very good condition. Dimensions: 44” x 28”.
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