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Conservatoire Sakura
$1,700.00 This lantern is a rare model that stands out for its pumpkin shape from the traditional models that are usually encountered. Indeed the main body is octagonal, composed of 8 metal panels, skillfully cut with a chisel of chrysanthemum flowers and foliage with chiseled details. All the different parts are firmly assembled by dozens of rivets. The metal is a copper alloy, either bronze or brass or both, some parts are red-brown, others yellow. The lantern is light, it can be hung but also placed on...
Momoyama Gallery
$650.00 Here is a blue and white tea cup with hand painted plum drawing by legendary artist KONDŌ YŪZŌ. He actually needs no further introduction. This piece of art is signed by the artist and comes with its originally signed and sealed wooden box in perfect condition. Descended from a line of Kyoto samurai, KONDŌ YŪZŌ (1902-1985) chose ceramics as his profession after finding inspiration in the clay traditions surrounding his family’s home near Kiyomizu Temple. He first studied at...
Abhaya Asian Antiques
$270.00
Special offer: 4 Tang Dynasty terra cotta statues, all have had repair i.e. heads glued back on- (two are not the original heads). The amber glazed figure has the original sanca glaze though not very shiny. Dimensions note in enlargement text.
Abhaya Asian Antiques
$350.00
Rare early “si zhi” (four straight lines) style inkstone carved from an old fired brick. The characters on the brick are in an archaic style, no longer in use today. The square shaped flat bottomed inkstone with sloping grinding surface did not become popular until the Song Dynasty, so it is possible this was made into a inkstone long after it was a brick. Chinese are very fond of creating ink stones out of “found objects” such as roof tiles etc. Please examine enlargement for ...
The Kura
$450.00 A Noh mask representing a young woman with gracefully curved mouth forming a slight smile and eyebrows placed high on a broad forehead reminiscent of koomote named Magojirou. Carved wood covered with Gofun and mineral pigments, 20th century. It is 21.2 x 13.5 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back. The longish face, somewhat lean cheeks and simple shape of the eyes with heavy lids give the mask an open, yet sad expression, which at times takes on a delicate, dream...
The Kura
$500.00 Oobeshiomi, also called simply Beshimi (or Obeshimi), is a Noh mask representing a Deity or Tengu who protects others from evil spirits and demons. Carved wood covered with Gofun and gold, this dates from the 20th century. It is 22.3 x 17 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back. It appears to have been in the midst of re-working the colored covering, or had never received its final coat of color, which makes it in fact, quite unique. Oobeshimi's tense expression c...
The Kura
$650.00 A Noh mask representing a dignified old woman. Carved wood covered with Gofun and mineral pigments, 20th century. It is 20.8 x 13.8 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back. There are many forms of this type of mask, however, all share the wrinkled and bony features of a woman grown old gracefully. The sunken eyes look down, being carved as a slightly curved slit. The serenity of the face reflects a divine nature that has only temporarily taken on the form of an old...
Modern Japanese Ceramics
$250.00 An elegant cup the color of pale ice, thick and pentagonal at the base rising to a thin, circular rim by Kato Tsubusa enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 5.5 cm diameter (just more than 2 inches), the same height and in perfect condition, directly from the artist.
Kato Tsubusa was born in Tajimi city, the home of Shino, in 1962, graduating the municipal Pottery Design and Technical Center in 1979. From then to 1983 he worked as a decorator at the Otai Kiln moving out on hi...
Modern Japanese Ceramics
$250.00 A very elegant wide and low sake cup by Kato Tsubusa enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled simply Guinomi. It is 8 x 2.5 cm (3 inches diameter) and in perfect condition, directly from the artist.
Kato Tsubusa was born in Tajimi city, the home of Shino, in 1962, graduating the municipal Pottery Design and Technical Center in 1979. From then to 1983 he worked as a decorator at the Otai Kiln moving out on his own in 1984. In 2007 he was selected for the Paramita Museum Ceramic ...
Modern Japanese Ceramics
$350.00 A celadon Sake Cup by Fukami Sueharu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seihakuji Guinomi. It is 6 x 4.5 cm (2-1/2 x 1-3/4 inches) and in perfect condition.
Fukami Sueharu is synonymous with seihakuji celadon. He has been displayed numerous times at the prestigious Nitten, Nihon Togei Ten (National Japanese Ceramic Exhibition) and Nihon Gendai Kogei Ten (National Japanese Modern Crafts Exhibition) among others. He is held in the Yale University Museum among others. For mor...
Modern Japanese Ceramics
$1,380.00 A spectacular elongated form rent from white porcelain clay covered in pale icy glaze by Kato Tsubusa enclosed in the original signed wooden box. This is a splendid and yet functional example of this artists work. It is 50.5 x 22 x 7 cm (20 x 9 x 3 inches) and is in perfect condition, directly from the artist this summer.
Kato Tsubusa was born in Tajimi city, the home of Shino, in 1962, graduating the municipal Pottery Design and Technical Center in 1979. From then to 1983 he worked as a...
BRIAN PAGE ORIENTAL ART
GBP £795.00 Rare Chinese Song Dynasty Pottery Tile - Two Ladies Playing Chess (Weiqi / Go)
This extremely rare pottery tile was made during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279). It is made from a dense grey pottery that is quite highly-fired. The tile depicts two ladies playing the strategic chess board game Weiqi (known as "Go" in the West). Height 27 cm, width 22 cm. Condition is very good with expected wear but no sign of restoration or repair. For information: Go originated in China and is one...
BRIAN PAGE ORIENTAL ART
GBP £2,500.00 Fine Tall Chinese Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Lady with Oxford TL Test
Arguably the most desirable and collectable pottery sculpture from the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 – 906) is the female courtier, or "fat lady". This figure is a particularly fine and elegant example. The lady stands upright wearing a voluminous robe. Her right hand protrudes from the robe's sleeve with her forefinger and thumb together. Note the fine detail to her clothing and the hairstyle but most striking are the fin...
Tora Tori Gallery
€3,900.00 Very nice piece of furniture in perfect condition of the Japanese chest of drawers type and Kannon-biraki style (double door on the front) in 2 stackable parts. It includes 4 large drawers and a door in the lower part hiding other drawers. The furniture is entirely lacquered in brown color with numerous finely riveted fittings on the fronts as well as on the hinges. Handles on the sides allow the furniture to be desolidated and moved. Origin: Japan, Kanto area. Late Edo period 19th century. Dime...
Conservatoire Sakura
$7,000.00 This baluster-shaped vase in hard porcelain is decorated in cobalt blue oxide underglaze with Chinese characters in a landscape. The enamel is a beautiful bright blue typical of the best productions of the Kangxi reign, the result of careful work and perfect firing. Below is written the mark of the emperor Tcheng-Hoa which is apocryphal. disappeared. Good condition, no cracks, no chips, no restorations. Made in the kilns of Jingdezhen at the end of the 17th century or at the very beginning of th...
Helen M Edwards
$1,350.00 Height: 13.7 cm (5.4 in)
Width: 12.8 cm (5.1 in) Quality Japanese Satsuma handled vase, depicting a procession of polychromed and gilt individuals carting boxed possessions and flags; the rim and feet are festooned with complicated gilt diaper work; signed Hozan; minor gilt wear; good condition.
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$200.00 WHITE BORO ROPE A piece of handmade folk rope braided with scraps of only white-colored used Japanese kimono cloths as very unusual type. Showa period, 20th century. Length: 781 cm (307.47in). selected by titcoRet * Please understand that EMS shipping fee is additionally charged, and also confirm our Sales Policy before purchase, since your order will be assumed to have fully acknowledged our Sales Policy ...
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$200.00 FANCY Art of assortment as art of retailing, as rare remains of Showa-Retro celluloid hairpins attached on cardboard as is so-called 'Fancy goods' for little girls. 1970s-80s, Japan. 8 x 24 cm (3.14 x 9.44in) each. Rhythm and composition. selected by hotoke * Please understand that EMS shipping fee is additionally charged, and also confirm our Sales Policy before purchase, since your order will be assumed to h... |