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Japanese Ceramic Vase, Bizen Pottery - JK88127
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Our Price: $595.00
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Sweet Bizen yaki Japanese ceramic double-gourd vase, early 20th-century. Bizen, along with oribe and tokoname, is one of the oldest kilns in Japan, going back centuries. Rustic and charming handmade features. Ideal for the tea ceremony kaiseki meal. Lovely form overall, wonderful handmade feeling, and appealing rough glaze texture. A beautiful example of Bizen yaki, one of Japan's best known classic and ancient pottery styles loved for its use of natural shapes and the rich color of the clay. Its simplicity and beauty are noted for capturing the Zen essence of wabi sabi. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8.5” high, 5” at widest.
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Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Plate, Roses - JK88129
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Our Price: $495.00
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Superb Japanese Satsuma ceramic plate, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Glorious representation of pink and white roses against rare black ground. Subtle, refined and highly detailed painting with masterly technique. Artist mark on underside. Very good condition. Diameter: 6.75”.
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Japanese Sake Bottle, Ceramic Tokkuri - JJ8894
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Our Price: $149.00
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Excellent Japanese ceramic sake bottle or tokkuri, Taisho period (1912-1926). Dramatic calligraphy gives name or location of sake shop. Enchanting rustic feel and appearance. Price is for one, but we have a matched pair. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10” high, 5” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Sake Bottle, Tokkuri of Ceramic - JJ8897
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Our Price: $395.00
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Fine Japanese ceramic sake bottle or tokkuri, Taisho period (1912-1926). Dramatic black script against gray ceramic ground gives name or location of sake shop. Enchanting rustic feel and appearance. Very good condition. Dimensions: 13” high, 7” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Ceramic Tokkuri, Sake Flask - JJ88911
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Our Price: $195.00
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Old Japanese ceramic sake bottle or tokkuri, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Dramatic calligraphy gives name or location of sake shop. Fine, even crackling throughout. Wonderful rustic feel and appearance. Very good condition. Dimensions: Dimensions: 11” high, 7” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Tokkuri, Machiko Sake Flask - JJ88912
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Our Price: $295.00
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Fine Japanese Mashiko ceramic sake bottle or tokkuri, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Beautiful color washes of green and pink in glossy glaze. Dramatic script gives name or location of sake shop. Mashiko is a town renown for this type of appealing, rustic-style pottery. A fabulous item for use in display or ikebana floral presentation. Dimensions: 11.5” high, 7” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Sake Bottle, Tamba Tokkuri - JJ88913
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Our Price: $295.00
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Tall and dynamic Japanese Tamba ceramic sake bottle or tokkuri, early 20th century. The Tamba kiln near Kyoto is famous for glazed earthen- or stoneware sake bottles. Rich bronze-colored glaze with lively white script. add to wonderful rustic feel and appearance. Very good condition. Dimensions: 15” high, 7.5” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Ceramic Sake Cask, Bamboo Handle - JJ88914
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Our Price: $495.00
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Handsome Japanese ceramic sake cask in barrel form, early 20th century. Traditionally used as a dispenser in local taverns or restaurants. A spigot was placed in the bottom, while sake was refilled from the top. The calligraphy in underglaze blue characters proudly displays the establishments name or sake brand. Wonderful design with woven bamboo handle. Fabulous display item for any environment! Very good condition. Dimensions: 12” high, 11” diameter at widest.
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Japanese Ceramic, Bizen Figure of Hotei - JK8772
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Our Price: $995.00
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Wonderful Japanese Bizen ceramic rendering of mythical god Hotei, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, old patina and delightfully animated countenance. Hotei is the legendary god of happiness, laughter, abundance and the wisdom of contentment. A delightful rendering in very good condition. Dimensions: 16” x 11” x 5”.
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Japanese Black Raku Ceramic Tea Bowl, Fuji Chawan - JT8711
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Our Price: $2,595.00
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Extraordinary Japanese black Raku ware ceramic tea bowl, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Glorious example of famed ceramic originating in 16th-century in Kyoto prefecture. Rich, thick black glaze, fine texture and form with whimsical rendering of Mt. Fuji. A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast. Raku potter’s seal mark on underside. Comes with inscribed tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3” high, 4.25” diameter.
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Japanese Tea Bowl, Aka Raku Chawan - JJ8MY2821
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Our Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $476.00
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Fine, old Japanese Aka Raku ware ceramic tea bowl, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Gorgeous example of famed ceramic originating in 16th-century in Kyoto prefecture. Rich red and gray glaze. A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast. Seal mark on underside. Comes with tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition with minor wear to lip, evidence that this was a much loved and utilized piece. Dimensions: 3.25” (8 cm) high, 4.75” (12 cm) diameter.
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Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Vase by Tayama Hounan - JI8MY284
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Our Price: $1,795.00
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Stunning Japanese Shigaraki ceramic vase or hanaire for ikebana, mid-20th century. Rustic, rust and olive glaze beautifully contrasts red clay base. Great natural, organic effect. Skillfully crafted by renowned artist Tayama Hounan. Fine shape and attractive, well-positioned ears. A beautiful piece for ikebana flower arrangement. Comes with inscribed tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9” (22.5 cm) x 5” (12.5 cm).
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Japanese Shino Ceramic Bowl by Kouei Gama Kiln - JI8MY287
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Our Price: $495.00
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Rustic Japanese Shino ware ceramic bowl, early-mid 20th century. Natural form and colorations. Fine, even speckling of red clay beneath traditional milky glaze. Exceptionally conceived and rendered. Kiln Kouei Gama. Comes with kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3.5” (26 cm) x 4” (10 cm).
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Japanese Tamba Ceramic Sake Kettle or Ewer - JI8MY2814
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Our Price: $895.00
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Sweet Japanese Tamba ceramic sake kettle, early-mid 20th century. The Tamba kiln near Kyoto is famous for glazed earthen- or stoneware sake vessels. Rich bronze-colored glaze adds to enchanting rustic feel and appearance. Artist Nagai Ken. Very good condition. Dimensions:
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Japanese Karatsu Ceramic Vase or Hanaire for Ikebana - JI8MY289
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Our Price: $895.00
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Beautiful Japanese Karatsu ceramic vase or hanaire for ikebana, mid-20th century. Naturalistic brown, black and milky glaze. Skillfully crafted, finely formed. Comes with kiri wood storage box inscribed Zenshoyaki Chousen Karatsu Utsushi Mimitsuki. An exceptional piece for ikebana flower arrangement. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8.5” (21.5 cm) x 5” (12.5 cm).
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Japanese Tea Bowl, Ki-Seto Chawan - JT8MY143
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Our Price: $495.00
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Beautiful Japanese Ki-Seto yellow ceramic chawan or tea bowl, early 20th century. Warm, golden glaze with characteristic speckling throughout. Rustic, down-to-earth form, especially comfortable in the hand. Comes with kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3” x 5.25”.
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Japanese Black Raku Tea Bowl Chawan - JT8MY146
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Our Price: $695.00
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Exceptional Japanese black Raku ware ceramic tea bowl, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Glorious example of famed ceramic originating in 16th-century in Kyoto prefecture. Rich, thick black glaze, fine texture and form. A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast. Raku potter’s seal mark on underside. Comes with inscribed tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3” x 4.5”.
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Japanese Chawan, Karatsu Ceramic Tea Bowl - JJ8MY141
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Our Price: $695.00
Sale Price: $556.00
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Splendid Japanese karatsu ceramic chawan or tea bowl, 20th century. Pleasing rust-colored glaze with characteristic speckling. Rustic clay flavor and texturing yet graceful form, very comfortable in the hand. Comes with tomobako, kiri wood box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3” x 5.5”.
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Japanese Tea Bowl, Bizen Ceramic Chawan - JJ8MY161
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Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $396.00
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Fabulous Japanese Bizen yaki chawan or tea bowl, early 20th century. A stunning example of bizen yaki, one of Japan ’s best-known, ancient and classic pottery styles loved for its use of natural shapes and the rich color of the clay. For use in the Japanese tea ceremony. Robust form, very pleasing in the hand. Potter’s seal mark on underside. A superb example of craftsmanship. Comes with inscribed kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 4” x 5”.
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Japanese Chawan, Aka Raku Ceramic Tea Bowl - JJ8MY162
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Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $396.00
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Beautiful Japanese aka Raku hira ceramic tea bowl, mid-20th century. Exquisite low form, typically used in summer, deep red and black glazing. A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast! Stamped on underside. Comes with kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 2.25” x 5.5”.
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Japanese Ceramic Serving Bowl, Karatsu - JJ8MY164
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Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $316.00
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Charming Japanese Karatsu ware ceramic bowl or ikebana basin, mid-20th century. Natural form and subtle colorations. Wonderful texture. Artistically handformed with skill and imagination. Signed by artist Rizaemon. Comes with original kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3” x 9.25” x 8.5”.
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Pair Japanese Oribe Ceramic Tea Bowls Chawan - JK8MY147
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Our Price: $495.00
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Delightful pair old Japanese Oribe ceramic tea bowls, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Traditional richly glazed pottery with thick green glaze and whimsical décor in brown. A unique and highly appealing set. Very good condition. Dimensions: 3” x 3.75”.
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Set Japanese Shino Ceramic, 5-Piece Tea Plates - JC8MY1513
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Our Price: $995.00
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Charming set Japanese Shino ware ceramic tea ceremony plates, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Each individually handpainted with whimsical Mt. Fuji and floral motifs, delicately rendered with skill and imagination. Fine crackle throughout, each individually signed/stamped by artist. Very good condition. Dimensions: 1” x 7” square.
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Japanese Ceramic Tea Bowl, Ki-Seto Chawan - JN8MY1517
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Our Price: $795.00
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Impressive Japanese Ki-Seto yellow ceramic chawan or tea bowl, early 20th century, c. 1930. Warm, golden glaze with characteristic speckling throughout. Rustic, down-to-earth form, especially comfortable in the hand. Comes with original signed tomobako, kiri wood box. Very good condition. Diameter: 4.5”.
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Japanese Ceramic Suiban, Mashiko Flower or Bonzai Basin - JJ8MY507
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Our Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $236.00
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Wonderful Japanese Mashiko ceramic suiban or flower basin, early-mid 20th century. Rich blue overglaze with nuanced coloring. A sturdy, dramatic display piece of practical usefulness for bonsai or ikebana floral display. Mashiko is a town renown for this type of appealing Mingei pottery. Very good condition. Dimensions: 2.75” x 15.5” x 10”.
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Japanese Ceramic Bowl, Shino Ware Ikebana Basin - JC8A91617
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Our Price: $495.00
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Rustic Japanese Shino ware ceramic bowl or ikebana basin, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Natural form and colorations. Fine, even crackle. Artistically handformed with skill and imagination. Unglazed foot rim. Very good condition. Dimensions: 5” high x 11” long x 9” wide.
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Japanese Ceramic Vase, Large Satsuma with Mille-Fleur - JJ8J2516
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Our Price: $895.00
Sale Price: $716.00
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Magnificent Japanese handpainted Satsuma ceramic palace vase, mid-20th century. Glorious mille-fleur motif in dramatic and varied Satsuma palette. Remarkable detail and stunning form, a wonder for the collector of decorative Satsuma. Very good condition. Dimensions: 22” high, 12” at widest.
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Japanese Ceramic Maneki Neko, Welcome Cat – JJ376
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Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $316.00
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Rare, old Japanese ceramic Maneki Neko welcome cat, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditional figure shown beckoning with upright paw, seen in almost every store or business in Japan. The raised paw is thought to attract customers! This is an exceptional early example. Delightfully rendered with great charm and appeal. Very good condition with some loss commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: 9” x 5” x 6”.
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Japanese Ceramic Maneki Neko, Welcome Cat, Meiji - JJ357
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Our Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $476.00
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Rare, old Japanese ceramic Maneki Neko welcome cat, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditional figure shown beckoning with upright paw, seen in almost every store or business in Japan. The raised left paw is thought to attract customers! This is an exceptionally large and rare example. Delightfully rendered with great charm and appeal. Very good condition with minor loss commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: 16” x 11” x 13”.
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Japanese Ceramic Sake Bottle or B&W Tokkuri - JJ367
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Our Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $236.00
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Classic Japanese blue-and-white sake flask or tokkuri, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Characteristic cobalt blue glaze finely shaded and nuanced. Beautiful example of folk craft or Mingei representing a combination of beauty and utility. Very good condition. Dimensions: 11” x 6”.
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