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...

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.

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).


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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.


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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 3.5 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 ...

One of two very elegant wide and low sake cup by Fukami Sueharu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seihakuji Guinomi. It is 7.7 x 2.5 cm (3 inches diameter) 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 Mu...

A small plate with cut edges in ice-blue by Kato Tsubusa enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seihakuji Cut Sara. It is 22.5 x 13 x 5.5 cm (9 x 5 x 2 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 decorator at the Otai Kiln moving out on his own in 1984. In 2007 he was selected for...

A very elegant wide and low sake cup by Fukami Sueharu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seihakuji Guinomi. It is 7.7 x 2.5 cm (3 inches diameter) 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 amon...

A Noh mask representing a middle-aged woman torn by separation from a loved one, either man or child. Carved wood covered with Gofun and mineral pigments, 20th century. It is 20.8 x 13.5 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back. Gentle and mature, fukai's face is filled with a melancholy that comes from experience and feeling. The features are deep-cut, with crevices along the lower cheeks and deep-set eyes with heavy eyelids and drooping corners. The well-modulated...

A Noh mask representing the spirit of a fox or other terrestrial spirit with a gaping mouth which exposes a wide, red tongue and both the upper and lower teeth, draws the cheeks upward and makes the circular, metallic eyeballs jump out to create an overall fearfull expression. Carved wood covered with Gofun and mineral pigments, 20th century. It is 21 x 14.5 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back.

The mask of an old man with a strong and frightening expression. Carved wood covered with Gofun and mineral pigments, 20th century. It is 23 x 16.5 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back. This type of mask is most often used for old gods and vengeful spirits.
Noh theater, often referred to as Nohgaku, is a traditional Japanese performing art with a rich history dating back centuries. It is a highly stylized form of theater that combines elements of dance, m...

Large Chinese Jin Dynasty Painted Pottery Filial Piety Tile - Cai Shun

This large pottery tile was made during the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234) and was most likely excavated from Shanxi province. It is made from a relatively high-fired dense grey pottery. In its centre is a scene in relief from one of the twenty-four paragons of filial piety. The tile has been partially "cold painted" with red, orange and black pigments.

Filial piety was, and still is, an important part of Chinese cultur...

Large Chinese Jin Dynasty Painted Pottery Filial Piety Tile - Zhao Xiao

This large pottery tile was made during the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234) and was most likely excavated from Shanxi province. It is made from a relatively high-fired dense grey pottery. In its centre is a scene in relief from one of the twenty-four paragons of filial piety. The tile has been partially "cold painted" with red, orange and black pigments.

Filial piety was, and still is, an important part of Chinese cultu...

Large Chinese Jin Dynasty Painted Pottery Filial Piety Tile - Meng Zong

This large pottery tile was made during the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234) and was most likely excavated from Shanxi province. It is made from a relatively high-fired dense grey pottery. In its centre is a scene in relief from one of the twenty-four paragons of filial piety. The tile has been partially "cold painted" with red, orange and black pigments.

Filial piety was, and still is, an important part of Chinese cultu...

Large Chinese Jin Dynasty Painted Pottery Filial Piety Tile - Dong Yong

This large pottery tile was made during the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234) and was most likely excavated from Shanxi province. It is made from a relatively high-fired dense grey pottery. In its centre is a scene in relief from one of the twenty-four paragons of filial piety. The tile has been partially "cold painted" with red, orange and black pigments.

Filial piety was, and still is, an important part of Chinese cultu...

Chinese Song Dynasty Pottery Tile - Deer

This attractive pottery tile was made during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279) and depicts a deer. The deer represents longevity, being the only animal able to find the sacred fungus of immortality.

This is quite a large tile with a length of 29.5 cm, height 17 cm. There is the usual surface wear and chips to the corners but no sign of repair or restoration; very good condition.

This is one of a pair of Song Dynasty deer tiles we are selling se...

Chinese Song Dynasty Pottery Tile - Deer

This attractive pottery tile was made during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279) and depicts a deer. The deer represents longevity, being the only animal able to find the sacred fungus of immortality.

This is quite a large tile with a length of 30 cm, height 17 cm. There is the usual surface wear but no sign of repair or restoration; very good condition.

This is one of a pair of Song Dynasty deer tiles we are selling separately (see the final ima...

Chinese Jin Dynasty Pottery Tile of a Female Dancer / Entertainer

This pottery tile dates to the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234) and depicts a female entertainer, a dancer. It is made from a dense grey pottery that is quite highly-fired. The dancer shows a lot of "movement" and wears flowing robes together with an elaborate belt and headgear.

Quite a large tile with a height of 29 cm, width 14.5 cm. There is the usual surface wear but no sign of repair or restoration; very good condition. ...