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An intriguing well drawn and composed Japanese impressionist oil on board painting of a captivating outdoor Noh Play in soft cream and earth tone colors , circa 1930 and in its period original frame. It is signed Shuichi . This is a Nagoya, Japan area estate find. Dimensions: Frame 19 inches high and 22 inches...

Here’s one of the only hand-carved antique granite stone tigers we have had the pleasure of owning- a superb garden treasure from Korea. This is a finely crafted hand-carved effigy of a seated Tiger. Quality: Good condition with finely carved mane ,ears, facial features, and curly tail and other details; very nice condition with an...

An Antique Beauty. Japan, a fine tall “Kasuga” temple shrine granite stone lantern with beautifully engraved designs, six pieces. Dimensions: 96 inches tall and 34 inches diameter, six pieces Period: Edo to Meiji period (1850-1890) Quality: Very fine condition, fine details, carved from solid granite The well proportioned carved stone lantern fashioned in six parts...

Japan, a visually attractive antique Classic stone garden planter or water basin natsume (tea canister shape) which was hand-carved from solid granite. Dimensions: 26 inches high and 18 inches diameter Period: hand-carved in solid granite during the Meiji to -Showa periods, (1890-1940). Comments: The handsome and well proportioned hand-carved form known as natsume (tea canister...

An intriguing well drawn and composed Japanese impressionist oil on board of a captivating still of fruit and a basket setting a top a human sculpture. The whole painted in vibrant burnt orange, lemon green, and dark red/purple and green colors , circa 1930. It is handsomely mounted in its period original frame. It is...

Here’s a rare massive scale hand cast bronze Japanese Buddhist temple post or bridge post top -giboshi- that dates in the 19th century. Its monumental size, 32 inches tall, a rare size and museum grade quality, makes it a top candidate for the finest garden or interior gallery display. It is an architectural classic gem...

An intriguing well drawn and composed Japanese impressionist oil on board painting of a captivating outdoor Noh Play in soft cream and earth tone colors , circa 1930 and in its period original frame. It is signed Shuichi This is a Nagoya, Japan area estate find. Dimensions: Frame 19 inches high and 22 inches wide...

This is an authentic Chinese turquoise bi disc from the dating to the Zhou dynasty (1100 BC- 256 BC) This comes from our private ancient Chinese collection which was formed from, 1990-2005. Dimensions: the disc is 3.25 inches diameter; with custom stand 4 inches high. We will include the custom display stand photographed which displays...

Myanmar (Burma), a fine large antique seated Buddha, heavily hand cast bronze, early to mid 20th century and with a wonderful mellow medium to dark brown patina. High quality, deep casting with fine robe and facial details. Beautiful example hard to improve upon. This bronze Buddha would be a fine garden candidate or for a...

Mint Condition. This is an attractive Japanese solid and finely hand cast effigy pair of hand painted and colorful rooster and hen duo, circa mid last century. This was sourced from a large Japanese collection this past year, Dimension: largest is 7.5 inches high and 6 inches long Quality: Mint condition, heavy hand cast with...

Signed, mint and boxed Here’s a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor space with this very unusual treasure found in Japan! Just look at how beautifully this unique vessel displays your favorite flowers! This is a finely crafted blue and white five stem tulipiere beautifully finished in a garden and dragon pattern. It...

Signed, Mint and Boxed. Japan, a superior and fine old tea ceremony eight piece set Natsume Ochawan futaoki. This is a complete antique Japanese tea ceremony set consisting of Mizusashi, two Ochawan, Natsume, Chashaku, Futaoki, and Chashi in ceramic, bamboo, and wood. The ceramic mizusashi water vessel is beautifully hand painted with gold leaf accents...

Japan, an extraordinary example of a substantial, large-scale 18 inch high one-of-a-kind handcrafted and using a hand pyrography technique wooden Kokeshi doll, signed, circa mid-20th century. One-of-a-kind. This is a masterpiece of this art form. Dimensions: 18 inches high with stand and 3,6 inches diameter Provenance: From a private Kokeshi doll collection, Shiga, Japan. About...

This is a lovely Japanese gold gilt and lacquered wooden Buddha seated in meditation mudra. We acquired it from a large Japanese collection this past year from one of many buying trips. Our Buddha was hand carved and hand gilt and then the head curls were finely painted with a gorgeous cobalt blue glaze. Dimensions:...

Important Japanese Large hand painted Temple “Sutras” Silk Scroll of Buddha, Meiji period,19th century. Ink on silk. Gold gilt metal roller ends. Note the defining black outlines contain remarkable miniature “sutras” . Dimensions:32 inches wide and 88 inches length Provenance: Ex-temple Fukuchiyama ,  private collection. Impressive proportions. Old kiri wood collector box tomobako included. Likely...

Japan important horse uma hand-painted scroll painting ink on silk, Keisen Tomita (1879-1936) Taisho period (1912-1926) Accompanied by its original signed double box tomobako. Dimensions: 22.5 inches wide and 85 inches length Provenance: important private Kyoto four-generation scroll collection Likely one of a kind. Artist history: Keisen (1879 – 1936) was born in Hakata (Fukuota)....

Wow, were we excited to find this: one-of-a kind hand carved, hand lacquered red and gilt embellished temple wooden white elephant bench that originally came from a temple near Kobe. One pair of benches were found: this white elephant and a matching shi-shi komainu red painted temple lion which is offered in a separate listing....

A Rare Pair Japan, a wonderful pair large-scale antique hand caste bronze garden ducks- one with installed metal tube in mouth to flow water through. Fine detailed feathers, eyes, webbed feet and beaks with gorgeous original patina green and blue surfaces. Meiji period, (1868-1912). Dimensions: Big- tallest is 28 inches high Quality: superb original condition,...

Japan, a fine antique hand lacquered Maki-e seasonal flowers and fans decorated portable complete Bento Food Box , 19th centry The set comes with afour (4) lacquered and porcelain elements: the Obento box consisting of four (4) boxes with lids, a small serving tray for Sakazuki Sake sipping, a white porcelain Sakazuki with cloth bag,...

Here’s a wonderful early and authentic Japanese 19th century folk sculpture signed by a known master 19th century ceramicist, Kenzan ! From Japan comes this fine hand-thrown , hand painted and glazed ceramic sculpture of the joyful Otafuku or Okame from the Meiji period (1860-1912). Crafted in large scale, Otafuku is the embodiment of feminine...

One of three superb antique bronze bells found on our last trip to Japan. This is a superb antique solid bronze casting of a wonderful medium scale temple bell Bonsho. This bell was sourced from an old Kyoto Japanese collection recently, It dates to the end of the Meiji period to early Taisho period and...

Here’s a rare, seldom found old hand cast bronze Japanese buddhist temple post or bridge post top -giboshi- that dates in the 19th century. It is an architectural classic gem only the fine design eye of Japanese master craftsman can possibly conceive. Of onion flower form, they can still be found ornamenting the post tops...

This is a large master work ceramic plaque of a Proud Rooster rare subject matter and a wonderful hand glazed modernist work of art by the highly regarded Wilhelm and Elly Kuch German pottery kiln, mid-last century. Handmade and hand glazed please look at the rich blue, cream, white and brown earth tone glazes used...

This is an extraordinary old and signed set consisting of one large hand hammered bronze temple bell and an antique red lacquered lotus display base. Each is accompanied by its very own special hand made wooden box. This is very unusual. We have never seen such a boxed “set” previously. The boxes are signed indicating...

Japan, a beautiful four panel screen Byobu with twelve hand woven Butterflies applied to its blue sky colored silk cloth surface and finished with a powdered gold mist on the back ground and finally it is nicely framed in rich red lacquer. Dimensions: comfortable 36 inches high and 60 inches wide Period: Taisho to early...

Japan, a stunning, unique large hand-carved, antique solid granite stone planter or water basin, tsukubai cut from a large mountain iron rich boulder called kurama stone. Red iron Kurama stone was once sourced exclusively from one north Kyoto region.  However that source had been terminated decades ago and this rare stone is no longer available....

Japan, a fine and old 19th century hand made and hand glazed Arita/Imari blue and white sometsuke charger, “Boats,” signed reverse, 15.” D. Eight Intricate cameos of scenes and designs with a diaper border. Hard to find design and in this wonderful condition. This is an old one! Dimensions: 15 inches diameter. Hand made and...

Japan, a stunning antique hand cast bronze bottle form bud vase/vessel- masterfully hand finished in a sumptuous red-brown patina. Old signature on bottom Fine finish to this ancient classic Japanese Chinese influenced Bottle form vessel /vase form studio bronze, it is signed on bottom and is accompanied by a fine hinoki wood signed box for...

China, this is a beautiful antique naturally occurring scholar rock -long bridge- form viewing stone called a lingbi. It is accompanied by a custom hand-carved wood base. Dimensions: 19 inches high and 29 inches wide and 10 inches deep Provenance: Old Shanghai collection acquired 1998 Our natural specimen comes from a forty year old private...

Here’s an amazing large-scale 19th century bronze garden temple gong with striker which we just found in an old Kyoto collection. Dimensions: It measures a substantial 29 inches diameter and comes complete with an old striker. Hand made and hand cast antique with fine old original patina Shipping: Complimentary shipping in continental USA Good garden...

This is a large-scale master work ceramic plaque of an OWL- rare subject matter and a wonderful hand glazed modernist work of art by the highly regarded Wilhelm and Elly Kuch German pottery kiln, mid-last century. Beautifully framed. Brilliant turquoise and earth tone glazing and colors. It is signed on verso. Beautiful design, lovely vivid...

Designer’s source An early contemporary tall 28 inch high handcrafted and hand glazed earth tones oval floor form pottery vase. Designer/Maker: Dümler & Breiden Keramiks, 1950 D and B – Swords crossed – HÖHR Glaze: The earth tone glazes are soft, serene, and inviting with subtle colors and the stylized hand painting is superb Additional...

Important Ancient Chinese Zodiac complete collection twelve (12) figures each holding a zodiac attribute, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644. Superb quality. Each of these twelve (12) tomb figures each brandish a different animal from the zodiac. The statues each hold a different animal and are dressed in long gowns with long sleeves, their hands folded in front of...

Here’s a great one-of-a-kind sculptural candidate for your garden, special Asian setting or as a thoughtful unique gift. This contemporary Ying scholar or viewing stone from Yingde County, Guangxi, China comes with a custom hardwood display base. Ying stone is one of “four famous stones in China” and is also known as “music with eight...