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Japanese Tea Kettle, Iron Tetsubin - JJXM121
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Beautiful Japanese cast-iron kama tea kettle for the tea ceremony, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Highly desirable arari (hail) or hobnail kettle design with pine cone cap. Beautifully crafted in appealing low form. Fine quality with artist mark on underside. Very good, water-tight condition, great for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast! Dimensions: 8” x 9”.
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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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Pair Japanese Stone Foo Dog Okimono Garden Figures - JCXM21
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Incredible pair turn-of-the-century Japanese stone okimono foo dog okimono, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Dynamic portrayal with sweeping, dramatic detail. Fierce countenance and lively, animated pose as traditionally given to these mythological lion beasts, seen in many variations throughout Asian art. Fantastic artistic rendering with skilled craftsmanship throughout. Very good condition. Dimensions: 17” high, 6.5” x 9.5”.
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Japanese Andon Lantern, Edo Period - JCXM22
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Rare, old Japanese standing andon lantern with washi paper, Edo period, c. 1700. Mahogany color finish with trio of drawers for accessories and original brass tin as candle base. Appealing form with broad base and rectangular shade. An extraordinary, rare item in very good condition with minor distress commensurate with venerable age and use. Dimensions: 31.5” high, 14.5” square at base.
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Japanese Nikko Bori Lacquer Box, Persimmons - JCXM23
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Enchanting Japanese red Nikko Bori-carved lacquer letter box, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Dramatic, lush detail in finely rendered persimmon motif. From the Nikko area, so well know for intricate wood-carving techniques. Very good condition. Dimensions: 2” x 6.5” x 10.25”.
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Japanese Lacquer Letter Box, Peonies - JCXM24
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Impressive Japanese black lacquer box, early- to mid-20th century. Exquisite pillow-form elegantly handpainted in striking gold and color against glossy black ground. Charming peony motif. Exceptional attention to detail and wonderful overall impression. Very good condition. Dimensions: 5” x 9.5” x 12.5”.
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Japanese Bronze and Mixed-Metal Vase - JJXF151
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Dazzling Japanese bronze and mixed-metal vase in classic bulb form, mid-20th century. Appealing stout form and fine mixed-metal rendering of dramatic flock of cranes in flight before dazzling, golden full moon. Beautiful mellowed brown patina. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8” x 8”.
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Japanese Scroll Painting, Leaping Koi - JJXF152
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Dramatic, large Japanese scroll featuring leaping koi fish at base of rushing stream, early 20th century. Skillfully handpainted, animated rendering, delicately painted with wonderful sense of movement. Carp traditionally symbolize strength, courage and patience. Artist signed/stamped. Very good condition. Dimensions: 78.5” x 27.5”.
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Japanese Scroll Painting, Monkeys in Snow - JJXF153
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Our Price: $1,695.00 Sale Price: $1,295.00
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Remarkable Japanese scroll painting, trio of monkeys atop rocky outcropping, early 20th century. Features finely detailed and lifelike creatures in snowy landscape with weeping pine in foreground. Remarkable expression and impression. Exquisite handpainted rendering. Artist stamped/signed. Very good condition. Dimensions: 69” x 23”.
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Japanese Ikebana Vase, Kiri Wood - JJXM31
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Captivating Japanese wooden ikebana vase with original copper liner, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Rustic, hand-carved kiri wood with lovely circular décor and tie handle. Charming item for use in ikebana (flower arrangement). A great mingei piece for the collector. Very good condition. Dimensions: 11” high, 4” diameter.
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Japanese Kiri Hibachi or Brazier - JJXM32
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Wonderful Japanese kiri-wood hibachi or brazier with original copper liner, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Hand-carved, richly grained kiri wood. Useful size as a planter or for use in ikebana (flower arrangement). A great mingei piece for the collector. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9” high, 13.5” diameter. Price shown is for one, but we have a pair. Buy one or both!
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Japanese Hagoita New Year’s Paddle, Wisteria - JJXM33
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Whimsical Japanese hagoita New Year’s paddle, early 20th century. Evocative rendering of the Wisteria Maiden in the Kabuki play Fuji Musume. Handpainted kimono, exceptional detail and animation. These paddles are traditionally given as New Year’s gifts to young girls. Handpainted chrysanthemum motif on reverse. Very good condition. Dimensions: 24” high, 9.25” wide.
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Japanese Hagoita New Year’s Paddle, Kabuki Samurai - JJXM34
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Delightful Japanese hagoita New Year’s paddle, early 20th century. Enchanting rendering of the Kabuki samurai character. Handpainted kimono, exceptional detail and animation. These paddles are traditionally given as New Year’s gifts to young girls. Handpainted plum blossoms on reverse. Very good condition. Dimensions: 24” high, 9.25” wide.
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Japanese Ranma, Petite Transom - TJXM31
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Splendid Japanese handcarved wood ranma, early 20th-century. Design features traditional thousand rib motif. Skillfully carved, sturdy, richly colored cedar wood. Ranma are traditionally used in a Japanese room between the sliding room divider and the ceiling. The open work ensures easy flow of air from room to room. Today, they serve as gorgeous decorative accents in any setting! Unusual size, great for display. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35.25” x 10”.
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Japanese Writing Table Sutra Desk Tansu - TCXM21
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Rare, large Japanese wood sutra desk or low writing table or fuzukue, Meiji period (c. 1868-1912). Warm, richly age-patinated keyaki wood. Multiple drawers with simple, original metalwork. Traditionally used by the scholar or calligrapher for work and storage of writing, art or sutras. A rare item with great Mingei feel! Very good condition. Dimensions: 17” high, 62” wide, 42”.
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Japanese Kitchen Haicho Kitchen Tansu - TCXM22
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Beautiful Japanese haicho food cabinet or kitchen tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally used to store kitchen foodstuffs, utensils and supplies. Finely crafted of sturdy cedar and cypress woods. Abundant storage space in traditional wire-lined cupboard housed by hinged door. A subtle work of traditional Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 42” high, 30” wide, 15.75” deep.
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Japanese Merchant Tansu, Choba Dansu - TCXM23
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Gorgeous Japanese one-section choba-dansu or merchant chest, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Stunning combination of lovely cedar, sturdy cypress and dramatic, richly grained keyaki woods. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in multiple cabinets and varied drawers. Warabite form drawer pulls. A rare and dramatic example of superb Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 68” high, 43.75” wide, 16.75” deep.
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Japanese Art-Deco Honbako Book Tansu - TCXM24
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Wonderful Japanese art-deco style hon-dansu book tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally designed to store books, but because of its substantial height and shelves could also work as a small getabako or shoe tansu or striking storage cabinet. Lovely, richly grained cedar and lightweight kiri woods. A fine shelved cabinet with plenty of charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 41.75” high, 25.25” wide, 2.5” deep.
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Japanese Merchant Clothing Tansu - TCXM25
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Great two-piece Japanese combination merchant and clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods and dramatic keyaki (zelkova). Paneled cabinet and varied drawers offer substantial storage as well as a small cabinet at base. Delicate metalwork throughout includes rectangular lockplates and gracefully formed hirute-style handles. A delightful piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 65.25” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
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Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Petite Mizuya - TCXM26
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Handsome Japanese mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies, but would also make a great getabako shoe tansu. Subtle design features sliding panels on a pair of cupboards with drawers below. Constructed of sturdy and beautiful keyaki (zelkova) and cedar woods. A lovely work of tansu craftsmanship and a fine example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35.75” high, 33.25” wide, 18.5” deep.
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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 Lacquer Writing Box Suzuribako - JIXF181
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Glorious Japanese lacquer suzuribako writing box, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Highly detailed and varied motif includes pine, bamboo and plum, a traditionally auspicious design. Rich, rust color with delicate red, gold and silver. Exquisite makie interior with inkstone and suiteki water dropper. Very good condition. Dimensions: 1.5” high, 7.25” wide, 8.25” deep.
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Japanese Lacquer Writing Box Suzuribako, Bokudou - JIXF182
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Enchanting Japanese lacquer suzuribako writing box, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Dramatic, evocative rendering of Chinese bokudou shepherd and water buffalo. Rich, black lacquer ground, delicate color, finely patinated; brilliant red interior with inkstone, suiteki water dropper and artist’s signature. Comes with original, inscribed kiri wood tomobako storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 1.5” high, 6.5” wide, 8.5” deep.
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Japanese Lacquer Writing Box or Suzuribako, Nando - JIXF183
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Rare Japanese lacquer Nando storage suzuribako writing box, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Delicate rendering of cranes in flight and floral sprays. Top, hinged section features inkstone and bamboo-leaf suiteki water dropper. Bottom features drawer or tray for storage of papers. Rich black lacquer ground, finely detailed overall, including metal fixtures. Very good condition. Comes with original, inscribed kiri wood tomobako storage box. Dimensions: 4.25” high, 9.5” wide, 7” deep.
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Japanese Lacquer Incense Box or Kogo - JIXF184
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Charming and delicate Japanese kogo incense box with fine ship motif, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Rare, rectansular shape. Skillfully rendered design features ships on the water being towed by men on the shore. Delicate makie on interior lid. Remarkable item for tea ceremony use. Comes with original tomobako wooden storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: .5” high, 3” wide, 2” deep.
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Japanese Lacquer Kogo Incense Box, Double-Sided - JIXF185
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Breathtaking Edo-period Japanese kogo incense box with remarkably detailed landscape and pine motif, c. 1800-1868. On one side stunning, rock-laden waterfall; on the other, ethereal pine forest against dazzling gold lacquer ground. Delicate makie on interior. Exquisite item for tea ceremony use. Comes with original tomobako wooden storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 1” high, 3” diameter.
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Japanese Lacquer Kogo Incense Box - JIXF186
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Outstanding Edo-period Japanese kogo incense box with pine motif, c. 1850-1868. Lavish gold lacquer; highly detailed pine forest design. Stunning patterning, skillful, abundant lacquer application. Delicate makie on interior. Charming item for tea ceremony use. Comes with original inscribed tomobako wooden storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 2” high, 4” diameter.
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Japanese Mizuya Kitchen Tansu with Keyaki - TCXF181
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Fabulous Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous combination of lovely cedar, sturdy cypress and richly grained keyaki (zelkova) woods. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by several sets of sliding paneled doors of varied design. Multiple drawers offer additional storage options. Fine hirute-style drawer pulls. A dramatic example of superb Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 66.5” high, 73.5” wide, 19.5” deep.
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Japanese Ko Dansu, Petite Tansu - TCXF182
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Delightful Japanese small clothing chest tansu, ko-dansu, early 20th century. Subtle metalwork throughout. Multiple drawers below; cabinet with sliding panels above. Chest fashioned entirely warm, golden, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood. A striking yet functional piece and a stunning addition to any room. Very good condition. Dimensions: 22.75” high, 24.25” wide , 13” deep.
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Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu - TCXF183
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Splendid one-piece Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood. Drawers of various sizes offer substantial storage. Delicate metalwork includes gracefully formed warabite-style handles. A delightful piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 39.5” high, 29.5” wide, 16” deep.
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