This is a silk kimono from the Edo period that is dyed with natural plants and made with tsutsugaki. The carp swimming in the rough waves is drawn in great detail using the tsutsugaki technique. There are slight dye spots, but there is no damage or stains and it is in very good condition. The lining has been changed to new silk.Size：Length:151 (59.4") / Cuff to cuff, entire back: 130cm (51.1")

A Very Rare/Fine Korean the Four Warrior Spirits (四天王) (the four Devas-the four heavenly guardians of Buddhism-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century, An each painting in mineral pigments on silk and named. It’s in good condition with bright colors and An each painting measures 50cm x 35.5cm *** See it’s details below (四天王): 1): Jee-Guk Cheon: The King of the East [東方持國天王] 2): Gwang-Mok Cheon: The King of the West [西方廣目天王] 3): Joong-Jan...

Estre. Rare/Fine Korean B/W Slip Inlaid Goyeo(高麗) Small Celadon Botton-12th C. Korea, Goryeo dynasty, 12th century. The circular shaped celadon button inlaid with a chrysanthemum in blue and white slip surrounded by lotus petals, and under button with C-shaped knob for sewing. It’s in verry good condition, measures 3.1cm d.

A Very Rare/Large Korean Black Painted with Peony Goryeo Celadon Ewer-13th C.: Korea, Goryeo (高麗)dynasty, 12th -13th century. the iron decorated ewer, an ovoid form with tapered, cylindrical neck, spout and curved handle, painted in under glaze iron-brow with peony floral scroll, covered by a greyish green celadon glaze, foot and base unearthed. It’s in very good condition with out any damages at all, It measures 22cm h. x 21cm d.

A Rare/Fine Korean 3 Monster Face Roof End Tiles-Goguryeo, 高句麗 (one of 3 King Domes)-BC4-AD 6th C: Korea, Goguryeo (高句麗) dynasty, BC 4 – AD 6th century. The circular tile finely molded with Monster face (궤면문) design surrounded by a raised thick rim, soft brownish clay used. It is good condition, it measures 6” and 5.5” ******For a similar example see Tokyo National Museum, Ogura Collection, donated by The Otura Foundation (Tokyo, 1982), p.102

Ancient Tang Dynasty Terra Cotta horse and rider. Tomb dirt attached to its body and red pigment.

Age: Tang Dynasty 5th Century

Dimensions: 12 5/8" Long by 15" High by 4 1/8" Wide

Japanese antique ceramic figure of a sleeping Maneki Neko (Beaconing Cat). A rare take on the popular good luck symbol, this sculpture is also an incense burner. Shown with eyes tight asleep and colorful collar painted in detail. On his back side are two raised hollyhock leaves, one of which lifts out to reveal an opening where incense can be placed. The smoke would then exit the ears of the sleeping cat.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 4 1/2" high x 9 1/2" long...

A carved keyaki (zelkova) wood Ebisu style Jizai-Kagi (pot hanger suspended over a home’s hearth). Ebisu was one of the seven gods of good fortune and this form is thought to resemble his hat. Good examples are sought after works of folk art. The well conceived shape and proportions of the present example, as well as its acquired patina, is attractive and the condition good and serviceable. Minor abrading of wood surface. 19th century. Somewhat on the small side at almost 10 inches, it is also...

An antique Japanese coffee table made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Kiri (Chestnut) woods. Carved inverted horse hoof feet and recessed waist. 3 underside parallel support joists.

Age: Late Meiji/Taisho (1900-1920)

Dimensions: 40 1/2" Long by 28" Wide by 12 1/2" High

Chinese Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Horse (AD 618 - 906)

This attractive pottery model of a horse was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is quite "heavily-potted" and "cold-painted" in a thick creamy-white pigment, the base painted with an additional orange-red pigment. This horse is well-modelled, stands upright and alert with its head turned very slightly to its left.

Height 22 cm (8.5 inches). A nice example in good condition with any possible repair having been performe...

Chinese Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Recumbent Horse

This small pottery model of a recumbent horse was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is made from a buff-coloured pottery that has been "cold-painted" in a creamy-white pigment. Despite its relatively small size, it is nicely-detailed.

Length 14 cm. It is a nice presentable example in good overall condition although there are indications of a repair to the head.

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Chinese Western Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Groom Figure

This interesting pottery model of a groom was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a fairly high-fired grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in white, red, pink and black pigments. The figure wears a long garment and a head covering. He stands with his right arm outstretched, the hand within the long sleeve so no visible.

Height 21.5 cm (8.5 inches). It is in very condi...

Small Thangka depicting a Gelugpa Lama sitting on a throne in front of a low table arranged with ritual implements. On top is Tsongkapa flanked by Dalai Lama and Panchen Lama; on the lower register are the powerful Protectors and Yidam Yamanthaka, Palden Lhamo and Heruka. Framed with passepartout. No glass. Mongolia, 19th cent. Picture size: H 18,5 cm x W 14 cm. Good condition.

Chinese Western Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Groom Figure

This interesting pottery model of a groom was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a fairly high-fired grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in white, red, pink and black pigments. The figure wears an unusual long-sleeved garment, that reaches down almost to his feet, and a head covering.

Height 21 cm (8.75 inches). It is in very condition with a lot of the pigment sti...

Chinese Western Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Groom Figure

This interesting pottery model of a groom was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a fairly high-fired grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in white, red, pink and black pigments. The figure wears a long garment and a head covering. He stands with his left hand outstretched as if holding the reigns of a horse.

Height 22 cm (8.75 inches). It is in very condition with a ...

Six Tang Dynasty miniature tomb figures of Chinese noblewoman Heights are 6cm-10cm. Please see notes in enlargements for actual size and condition. These were collected from different sites and represent an eclectic collection. Also note last image for all six images together.

A beautifully formed egg-shaped cup on a long stem covered in pale blue-green glaze by Kato Tsubusa enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seihakuji Bajohai. It is 6.5 cm (2-1/2 inches) diameter, 9.5 cm (just less than 4 inches) tall and 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 decorator at t...

A simple well shaped form by Kato Tsubusa covered in pale blue glaze enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seihakuji Choko. It is roughly 9 cm (3-1/2 inches) diameter, 7.5 cm (3 inches) tall and 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 decorator at the Otai Kiln moving out on his own in 1984...