Gorinto (5-tiered stupa) sculpted from a single piece of tuff, a sedimentary stone composed largely of volcanic ash. Early-Edo Period ca. 1650. Very minor old loss. Variegated lichen accumulation.

Height: 54 cm
Width: 16.5 cm
Depth: 15 cm.

The gorinto is a uniquely Japanese style of stupa comprising five geometric forms, which correspond (from bottom) to earth, water, fire, wind, and ethereal space. The Japanese Shingon sect of esoteric Buddhism views the gorinto as a symbol of Dai-Nic...

Dating from early-to-mid Edo the shape of this unique Karatsu piece is referred to as a “takadai-zara” in Japanese, or high-footed serving platter. Modeled on similar Korean pieces from the early Joseon Dynasty, the platter was made using coarse, unrefined clay with high iron oxide content. The clay which forms the bowl shows impurities, intentional pitting, and small stones peeking through the clay making for an interesting ceramic landscape. After firing, pieces such as this are treated wi...

Antique Japanese bronze mizusashi with lid, decorated with waves. The mizusashi is a vessel used during the Japanese tea ceremony to hold water. The body of the container has a dragon's head on each side with a bronze ring. The lid is decorated with a band of waves, the handle is rounded. Meiji period, 1868-1912. True original bronze Vessal It measures 10" tall with lid, 6.5" wide at opening 11" at widest point (dragon to dragon handle).

Antique Chinese cloisonne box decorated with a beautiful floral pattern of chrysanthemums, peonies, and other flowers. The lid of the box is hinged, it has an auspicious symbol in the middle of the box. The box is supported by four small round metal feet, the underside is sky blue. The interior of the box is lined with wood and has two compartments. Republic Period (Circa 1912) It measures 5.75" deep 4" tall 9.25" wide.

A rare Chinese Five Dynasties to late Tang Yue Celadon brush washer

A rare late Tang to five dynasties era covered box in crackle golden glaze in good condition

The chips on the rim is restored

The ewer handle and one of the lobe Repaired , heavy potted

A chinese Northern Song Dynasty era jarlet in celadon crackle yue glaze in good condotion

A longquan jarlet from Song Dynasty era in good condition without cravk or chip or hairline , there is crazing of glaze

Chinese longquan celadon twin fish washer In perfect ondition without hairline, cracknor chip, from southern song dynasty era longquan kiln

Antique Chinese cloisonné round container with enamel floral and "Shou" designs. The top of the lid has a round, flat jade finial. The inside top and bottom of the container has a center lotus design with inlaid metal scrolling vine patterns upon light blue enamel. Republic Period (Circa 1912) Size: 7.5" height, 11" width

Antique Chinese jadeite carving of two identical furry critters, possibly foxes, curled together in a yin yang fashion. The jadeite has parts that are a glowing lavender with muted green areas. The carving is pierced through and may be worn as a pendant. Size: 2" width, .75" thickness

Antique Chinese round porcelain box with colorful enamel dragon and phoenix on the lid with gilt accenting, smoke and flame motifs decorating the body, with enamel wave design at the foot. Guangzu mark on bottom. Size: 5" height, 9" width

Attractive design, refined form, sensational glazing—this yuteki chawan by Morikazu Kimura would make a fine addition to any collection of Japanese contemporary ceramics.

Born in Kyoto in 1921, Morikazu Kimura took up the family tradition of potting from a very young age and spent much of his time researching and perfecting the Tenmoku style. In 1947 at the age of 26 he set up his own kiln in the exclusive potting district of Gojo-zaka and achieved much success. Later, in 1976, h...

Votive tablet amulet of Buddha in the earth touching position. Age: Early nineteenth century. Size: H. 6.8cm. W. 3cm. Condition:No repairs.

Tsuchiya Koitsu
Eagle
Size: Mitsugiri-ban. 15.25 x 7.75 inches.
Date: 1930s.
Publisher: Doi Hangaten. Bears the Doi watermark.
Carver: Harada. Printer: Yokoi.
This seal combination indicates an early post-war edition.
Reference: Koitsu catalog no. TK-DH-074.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent. One clear piece of tape at top back margin.

This celadon glaze alms bowl is from Northern Sung era or earlier, condition is good with ping sound when tapped, no crack line , chip or damage. 23.5cm by 6.5cm