PRAYER

Anonymous plaster figure in the ‘gassho’ praying pose, Showa period, 20th century, Japan. Without pedestal: H 24 x W 10 x D 16 cm (9.44 x 3.93 x 6.29in). Aged deterioration as is and some repairs.


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The mother lying on a cushion plays with her child, her legs crossed and her mutilated foot, her "lotus bud" ostentatiously stretched out. The attitude is provocative and cheerful. The 2 characters are positioned on a large square base, thick and heavy in black hard stone veined with brown. The use of this object escapes us, perhaps it is one of the 4 weights for large carpets, as was customary in India. The object was lacquered as indicated by traces of residual reddish-brown lacquer. China Qi...

A set of 5 matching candle sticks in the shape of nets drying on a pole enclosed in the original antique wooden box. Dating from the 19th century (Late Edo to Meiji periods), they are 28 cm (11 inches) tall, 12 cm (5 inches) diameter and in overall excellent condition.

A raw porcelain sake cup patterned with blended colored clay by Kusaba Eight enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Neriage Yakishime Guinomi. It is 7.5 cm (3 inches) diameter, 4.5 cm (just less than 2 inches) tall and in perfect condition, directly from the artist.
Kusaba Eight was born in Arita in 1982, son of the prodigal Kusaba Yuji, who began working the family kiln the year Eight turned 3. Eight as a personality is quite intense, and quick to smile. He quit school and j...

The size of Makie Kobako: 3 3/4" Long x 3" Wide x 3" High. This is Amazingly Fine Japanese 19 th Century Japanese Antiques Makie Kobako(small box). The Kobako has Roiro(black) background Makie with Hira Makie gold design of Japanese trees as well as Japanese Kamon(family crest). One tree looks like Magnolia tree with flowers. It is finely done. The Kobako came with inside tray as well. The side of Kobako with Red Makie finish over cloth texture finish as photo showing. Between red makie cloth fi...

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18th Century Chinese Qianlong Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Amitayus Buddha

It is 7 inches (18 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide. It is 1554 gram.

It has rubbing gilding, pitting, cut marks, oxidation, missing back panel, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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1920's Japanese Makuzu Kozan Studio Vase with Flower Marked

It is 5.55 inches (14.1 cm) tall by 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide. I is 1.6 Lb.

It has stains, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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1900's Chinese Export to Korean Norigae Kingfisher Feather Gilt Filigree Perfume Pomander Pendant with Tassel

Total length is 13.6 inches (34.5 cm) long. The perfumer is 0.74 inch (1.9 cm) thick by 2.4 inches (6 cm) wide. It is 41 gram.

It is tarnished and has rust, oxidation, missing feathers, frayed strings, bent edges, rubbing of gilt, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Japanese totai cloisonne on an Awata-type ceramic lidded tea jar, or cha-ire, decorated with opposing black and blue ground bird and flower panels set against an iron-red background filled with colorful leafy vines. Signed "Yasuda" on the base. This mark is #47 on page 259 of Fredric Schneider's "The Art of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel." Circa 1880s-1890s. 4 1/2" high. Very good overall condition. There are two tiny fleabites on the lid. From a Tucson, Arizona collection.

19th Century Chinese Coral Red & Cobalt Blue Porcelain Vase with Dragon & Butterfly Marked

It is 8.8 inches (22.4 cm) tall by 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide. It is 1.4 Lb.

It has a small chip at the top rim, dark spots, uneven base, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Rectangular copper alloy quadripod incense burner. The belly is encrusted with cabochons and decorated on one side with dragons framing the flamed jewel, with 3 divinities on the other side including Mahakala. The small sides decorated with children and lotus framing 2 handles and lion heads spitting rings, the lid openwork with lotus, divinities, wheel of dharma, horse and elephant on a background of scrolls. The jewel grip framed by scrolls supporting bells. Period Qing dinasty 19/20th. H30.2 ...

Standing on one foot and smiling, this great gama sennin (immortal) holds his staff with his toad on his shoulder. Signed Gyokkei. Height: 9 cm. Edo period (1603-1868) 19th century.

A Sake cup created from two layers of mixed colored porcelain clay by Kusaba Eight enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Neriawase Guinomi. It is 7.5 cm (3 inches) diameter, 5 cm (2 inches) tall and in excellent condition.
Kusaba Eight was born in Arita in 1982, son of the prodigal Kusaba Yuji, who bagan working the family kiln the year Eight turned 3. Eight as a personality is quite intense, and quick to smile. He quite school and joined the Japanese Air Force. In 2000 he...

A Chinese Iron-Brown Painted Bowl with a Figural Decoration. Circa, 1368-1644, Cizhou Ware, Ming Dynasty Found in the Philippines. Bowl with rounded walls and a slightly rolled rim, supported by a straight foot. It is covered in a white slip and is decorated with an iron-brown underglaze standing figure in between floral branches and clouds, bordered by encircling lines. The exterior is decorated with spontaneously drawn standing figures in between vegetations. These types of bowls wit...

A very large antique scroll painting by the famous artist Kano Tsunenobu. Sumi-e on Gofun paper depicting a fierce flying dragon amongst turbulent waves and mist protecting a sacred jewel, the Hoju held in its claw and peeking through the gray cloud. This image evokes power and energy. When displayed by a Daimyo or lord, it would exude strength, influence and stature.

Kano Tsunenobu (1636-1713) was a Japanese painter of the Kano School. He first studied under his father, Kano Nao...

Japanese antique 6-panel byubu screen painted with a scene of a pair of Ho-oh birds (rainbow phoenixes) in a blossoming cherry tree. Symbolizing rebirth, renewal, fidelity, purity and harmony, the Ho-o bird also represents the southern star constellation and is a symbol of prosperity. This image is painted in mineral colors on gold leafed paper.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1868)

Dimensions: 31 3/4" high x 80" long

A Very Fine/Large/Heavy Korean Wood Carved Wedding Duck-19th C. Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century. A good and large wood hand carved wedding duck with neck, head, beak an feathers realistically, traditionally showed at wedding ceremonies, with old dark brown patina overall, its tail has flat cut and its bottom square carved for holding. It is in good condition but some cracks repaired due to age, It measures 22.4cm h. x 33.7cm L. x 11.4cm w.