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Japanese Bronze Okimono, Hyotan Double Gourd - JK88123
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Our Price: $795.00
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Wonderful Japanese bronze hyotan double-gourd okimono, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Excellent detail in finely rendered traditional gourd motif. Dynamic metal work, lovely composition and craftsmanship. A striking example in very good condition. Dimensions: 5” x 9.25” x 6”.
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Japanese Bronze Mizusashi, Tea Ceremony Water Container - JC88141
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Our Price: $795.00
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Exceptional Japanese bronze mizusashi or fresh water container for use in the tea ceremony, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Rich, dark patina, glossy black lacquer lid, finely rendered patterning, ring handles. A dramatic piece offering eye-catching beauty and ease of portability. Very good condition. Dimensions: 7.5” x 7.5”.
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Japanese Bronze Vase, Silver Inlay, Falcon Motif - JC88142
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Dramatic Japanese bronze vase in classic bulb form, early 20th century. Large, robust shape and dynamic falcon and pine rendering. Beautiful mellowed brown patina. Artist stamp on underside. Very good condition. Dimensions: 14” x 11”.
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Japanese Tanuki, Cast-Iron Badger Okimono - JC88143
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Our Price: $795.00
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Enchanting Japanese cast-iron tanuki or mischievous badger okimono, Showa period, early 20th century. A mythical creature known for mischief, the whimsical tanuki was adopted as a symbol of aristocratic excess during the Edo period. Often displayed in front of sake houses to hint at the entertainment offered therein. Wonderful, detail and exceptional, imaginative crafting. Very good condition. Dimensions: 23” x 10” x 9”.
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JapaneseBronze Okimono, Koi Fish for Ikebana - JC88144
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Our Price: $1,695.00
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Wonderful Japanese handworked bronze koi fish okimono, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Excellent detail in finely rendered traditional fish figure with open mouth used for dramatic floral presentation. Dynamic metal work with lifelike feel and animation. A striking example in very good condition. Dimensions: 4” x 10” x 4.5”.
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Japanese Bronze Buddhist Temple Bell - JC88146
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Our Price: $3,295.00
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Huge Japanese bronze Buddhist temple bell, 20th century. Ideal for use in garden or retreat. Traditionally rung 108 times on New Year's Eve in Japan to correspond to the 108 wicked thoughts in Buddhism. The ringing is thought to drive them away. Richly resonant with great detail throughout. A rare find! Very good condition. Dimensions: 26” x 14”.
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Japanese Bronze Koro or Hibachi Handwarmer - JC8882
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Our Price: $1,295.00
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Impressive Japanese bronze koro or incense burner, late Edo-early Meiji period, c. 1860-1912. Fabulous metal craftsmanship in rendering featuring chrythanthemum blooms. Enchanting bamboo-form handles. Removeable cover allows for the insertion of dry incense in this tea ceremony vessel often used in the traditional tokonoma or alcove found in Japanese homes. A rare and remarkable item! Artist’s inscription. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9” high, 12” diameter.
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Japanese Pair Bronze Temple Guardian Nio Figures - JJ881211
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Our Price: $6,995.00
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Magnificent Japanese bronze temple guardian or Nio figures, Meiji period, 1868-1912. Fabulous rendering shows traces of paint over solid, heavyweight bronze. Half-nude figures with rippling muscles a dynamic display of power and exaggerated realism characteristic of early Japanese sculpture. Delicately detailed fingers, nostrils, eyes and teeth. Called Misshaku Kongo (Agyo) and Naraen Kongo (Ungyo) one figure represents overt strength with bared teeth and raised fist the other latent strength, holding his mouth tightly shut. These figures are traditionally placed at the entrance of a temple or shrine for security and protection. Very rare to find a pair. A must for the collector! Dimensions: 22" high, 10" wide, 4.5" deep.
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Japanese Snow Lantern, Iron Garden Lamp - JK88122
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Highly sought-after Japanese iron snow lantern, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Elegant broad roof traditionally used to keep melting snow from extinguishing the lighted candle inside. Often seen in the tea or temple garden. Raised calligraphy on the roof adds great rustic charm. Multi-sectional lantern with tripod feet. Ideal for any Asian landscape decor. Very good condition. Dimensions: 15” high, 19” diameter.
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Japanese Bronze Wall Hanging, Kotobuki Long Life - JK87276
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Our Price: $395.00
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Whimsical Japanese bronze character, mid-20th century. Wonderfully rendered in heavy weight with great dynamism. Reads kotobuki or long life. Great for use in garden or interior. Very good condition. Dimensions: 16” x 12.25”.
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Japanese Bronze Candle Stands, Chrysanthemum Shokudai - JC87194
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Our Price: $2,995.00
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Fabulous, massive pair of Japanese bronze candle stands or shokudai, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Elegant, refined kiku (chrysanthemum) motif in the traditional design. Antique matching pair difficult to find, especially in these phenomenal dimensions. Spectacular size ideal for eye-catching interior décor, entertaining, or collective display. A remarkable collector’s set. Dimensions: 29”" high, 8” diameter (at base). Very good condition.
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Japanese Bronze Vase for Ikebana Display - JC87196
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Our Price: $895.00
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Elegant Japanese bronze vase in classic bulb form, early 20th century. Robust shape and graceful floral rendering with even, textural finish. Beautiful mellowed brown patina. Artist stamped on underside. Very good condition. Dimensions: 7.5” high, 10” diameter.
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Japanese Bronze Vase, Mottled Finish - JT8712
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Our Price: $1,195.00
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Strong Japanese bronze vase in unique, stylized bottleneck form, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Sleek, finely rendered shape. Elegant mottled finish and beautiful mellowed brown patina. Artist signed, Yasumi. Comes with original, inscribed kiri wood storage box. Very good condition Dimensions: 8.5” high, 3” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Bronze Vase, Hyotan Double-Gourd - JT8713
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Our Price: $2,495.00
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Exquisite Japanese bronze vase in the form of a hyotan or double-gourd, early 20th century. Sleek, finely rendered form, rich dark patina. Artist signed on underside. Comes with original, kiri wood storage box inscribed Heian Zoroku-zo. Very good condition. Dimensions: 11” high, 4” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Bronze Vase, Textured Metalwork - JT8710
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Graceful Japanese bronze vase in classic form, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Robust shape and precise rendering with even, textural finish. Beautiful mellowed brown patina. Artist stamped Jomi on underside. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9” high, 5.5” diameter.
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Japanese Bronze Vase, Gold and Silver Inlay - JT879
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Our Price: $2,595.00
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Remarkable Japanese bronze and mixed metal vase featuring dramatic fishing scene in high relief, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Extraordinary quality, imaginative composition, exquisite rendering. Raised gold and silver inlay against rich, rippled red ground, suggesting the effect of a stone’s effect on a body of water. A highly refined piece, would make a wonderful addition to any collector. Dimensions: 9” high, 6” diameter (at widest).
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Pair Japanese Silver Sake Kettles or Ewers, Meiji - JI8MY286
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Our Price: $1,995.00
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Lovely pair Japanese silver sake ewers or kettles, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Distinctive eggplant form with delicate handle and cap. Beautifully hammered throughout. Fine metalwork artistry skillfully achieved. Impressive pieces for display or traditional use. Accompanied by tomobako wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 6.5” (16 cm) high w/ handles, 2.75” (7 cm) diameter.
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Japanese Copper Vase for Tea Ceremony Ikebana - JJ8MY163
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Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $316.00
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Exquisite Japanese copper vase, mid-20th century. Gorgeous slender, stick-neck form. Lovely mottled finish. Typically used for ikebana floral display at tea ceremony. Comes with kiri wood storage box Very good condition. Height: 11”.
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Japanese Bronze Koro Incense Burner - JJ8MY501
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Our Price: $195.00
Sale Price: $156.00
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Sublime Japanese bronze koro or incense burner, early 20th century. Lovely metal craftsmanship in subtle rendering and fine bulb form. Enchanting vessel often used in the tea ceremony and placed in the traditional tokonoma or alcove found in Japanese homes. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3.5” x 4.5”.
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Japanese Kettle and Brazier, Iron Furogama - JJ8MY505
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Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $396.00
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Exceptional Japanese furo-gama, cast-iron kettle and brazier for the tea ceremony, early 20th century. Rustic design with fabulous orange peel texture. Bronze lid with persimmon form knob. Tripod iron base and ring handles. Very good condition. Dimensions: 14” x 13”.
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Japanese Bronze Suiban, Ikebana Floral or Bonzai Basin - JC8A91618
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Our Price: $1,695.00
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Fantastic Japanese bronze suiban flower or bonsai basin, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. A rare piece featuring intricate patterning and mythical creatures topping each leg. Remarkable underside shows dramatic dragon and artist stamp. Very good condition. Dimensions: 4” high x 9.25” long x 6” wide.
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Japanese Silver Vase, Solid Sterling Ikebana Vessel - JC8A91619
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Our Price: $1,995.00
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Dazzling Japanese sterling silver vase, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Wonderful shape and fabulous rendering of highly detailed peony motif. Comes with original wooden storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10” high x 6” diameter.
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Japanese Bronze Vase for Ikebana Floral Display - JC8A91628
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Our Price: $495.00
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Fabulous Japanese bronze vase in unique trumpet form, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Wonderful shape and rendering with sleek, modern look and beautiful mellowed brown patina. Very good condition. Dimensions: 13” high x 6.5” diameter.
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Japanese Bronze Hibachi Handwarmer - JC8A91603
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Our Price: $395.00
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Excellent Japanese bronze hibachi or hand warmer, Meiji period (1868-1912). Traditionally used to burn coals and wood ash for indoor heating. Lovely bulb form. Exceptional workmanship, highly detailed decor features landscape cartouches. Remarkable chrysanthemum handles. Very good condition. We have two. Order one or two. Dimensions: 10” x 10”.
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Japanese Bronze Hibachi Handwarmer, Hexagonal - JC8A91604
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Our Price: $395.00
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Wonderful Japanese bronze hibachi or hand warmer, Meiji period (1868-1912). Traditionally used to burn coals and wood ash for indoor heating. Fine hexagonal form. Exceptional workmanship, highly detailed patterning. Fantastic fish handles. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8” x 10”.
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Japanese Bronze Hibachi Handwarmer, Incised Floral Motif - JC8A91605
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Our Price: $395.00
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Gorgeous Japanese bronze hibachi or hand warmer, Meiji period (1868-1912). Traditionally used to burn coals and wood ash for indoor heating. Lovely bulb form. Exceptional workmanship, highly detailed, incised floral motif. Very good condition. We have three. Order one, two or three. Dimensions: 10” x 11”.
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Japanese Bronze Hibachi Handwarmer, Large Brazier - JC8A91601
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Our Price: $1,295.00
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Exceptional Japanese bronze hibachi or hand warmer, Meiji period (1868-1912). Traditionally used to burn coals and wood ash for indoor heating. Exceptional workmanship, highly detailed incised decor against textured ground. Mythical beast handles. Very good condition. Dimensions: 15” high, 20” diameter.
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Japanese Lantern, Cast Iron Garden Lamp or Andon - JJ8A711
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Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $396.00
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Splendid, large Japanese iron tea garden andon or hanging lantern, mid-20th century. Lovely design in pagoda form. Intricate metal latticework with hinged door lends great charm. Raised base adds to traditional design. Often used with lighted candle in courtyard or tea garden. Ideal for any Asian landscape or interior decor. Very good condition. Dimensions: 16" high, 12" diameter at top.
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Pair Japanese Buddhist Temple Lanterns, Tsuridoro - JJ8A712
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Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $316.00
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Lovely etched brass Japanese Buddhist temple andon or lanterns, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Pagoda form with hinged doors for use with votive candle. Wonderful item for display or devotional use in home shrine. Fine detail overall and in very good condition. Dimensions: 6” x 5”. (May be purchased individually.)
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Japanese Metal Tea Tray, Pheasant and Peony Motif - JK8M01202
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Our Price: $395.00
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Fine Japanese oval, scalloped metal tea tray, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Highly detailed, exceptionally well rendered pheasant and peony motif. A remarkable piece in very good condition. Dimensions: 10” x 7.5”.
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