$ 9.95
Blue and White Japan, by Amy Katoh, first edition, published in 1996. Very good condition. "...the expression of blue and white in Japanese design takes myriad forms, from the ephemeral...
$ 925.00
The term “Shoji” bench was never addressed but it might be attributed to people using it to play board games like Shoji, anyway, it’s a very useful, charming, well-constructed piece...
$ 490.00
Acrylic Light fixture with fine nylon wire in rounded shape. Unique and unusual, a very fine designed piece in excellent condition. Can be used as a ceiling light fixture or...
$ 790.00
In the olden days in Japan, this slatted fence-like furniture was used to shield the person doing bookkeeping from the eyes of the general public. He sits on the floor...
Sold Out - $ 1,125.00
Massive in size, this wooden bear with a fish in his mouth is hand-carved from one wooden piece of cryptomeria (cedar) wood by the indigenous ethnic group called Ainu, living...
$ 275.00
Ainu bear with a fish in his mouth leaning on a tree trunk. Hand carved in Hokkaido by the indigenous ethnic group, the Ainus of Japan. This is one of the...
$ 250.00
Alejibre with Devil and Snake. Circa 1940-50 31" X 21"
$ 125.00
Antique American iron shoe with button knobs, lined bottom part with three knobs missing. Not sure how this was worn, over another shoe presumably. Provenance said it was used by miners...
$ 180.00
Indian bronze head of Gauri, the Glowing One, another name for Parvati, the epitome of marital fidelity. Almond-shaped eyes, tear drop form on her forehead, large ears and nose with...
$ 180.00
Indian bronze head of Gauri, the Glowing One, another name for Parvati, the epitome of marital fidelity. Elaborate curled braid, hair ornaments and separate marriage collar necklace. Supported on a...
$ 950.00 $ 1,760.00
Adapted from Portuguese priests in the 16th century, it was initially used only by the military elite until the 18th century when the more common classes adopted it as a...
$ 225.00
Palace doll, kneeling on one knee and holding a mallet, sporting silver hair with gold hat; a theatrical pose. Gosho-ningyo are favorite symbols through whose eyes an innocent world may...
$ 350.00 $ 960.00
Used to protect horses from mosquito and insect bites as well as dirt and mud. Eventually, it was used for festivals and rituals. Bold tsutsugaki, handpainted paste resist stripes on...
$ 1,100.00
This type of haragake is called yuiage ("tied up"). The central portion covered the belly of the horse and the long panels divided in two at both ends, which were...
$ 3,200.00
Literally, "horse belly covering". Originally made to protect horses from mosquito and other insect bites as well as from dirt and mud, it evolved into festival and ritual use. Wealthy...
$ 250.00
One of the most beloved and revered Bodhisatvas, Jizo Bosatsu is the protector of women, children and travelers. He is a guide to both physical and spiritual realms. In Japan...
$ 45.00
Hand carved from 100-year-old mountain cherry wood, the wood of these cookie molds is dried for 5 years to prevent cracking. Unusual carving of a flower petal, two piece and...
$ 75.00
One kushi, lacquered and mother-of-pearl inlaid, imagine them sitting high up on an a woman's hair showing off the beautifully decorated spines of these fabulous combs. Perfect condition. Japanese, Taisho period,...
$ 450.00
This fisherman's celebratory robe is made of cotton with katazome (stenciled) and tsutsugaki (paste resist) decoration. Back design of crane with crossed falcon feather crest and name of ship "Seieimaru"....
$ 75.00
Miniature bamboo basket with cover and very unusual handle. Beautifully crafted showing off the elegance of Japanese workmanship. Cover has very tiny breaks, otherwise everything in very good condition. Taisho...
$ 350.00
One side has a pale green background, the other pale salmon. The stylized flowers and leaves have shibori-like design, embroidered in some cases. A riot of colors: black, grey, orange,...
$ 875.00
Farmer's vest, saki-ori. Muted hues with indigo borders around the arms, indigo stripe cotton lapel is a replacement done in the 1960's. Saki means "to shred" and ori means "to...
$ 250.00
Chirimen silk wrapping-cloth with hand-painted “tai” fish motif. Presented in the “tai” fish form and in its original box with label reading “Fujisaki Co. Ltd., Omachi, Sendai, Japan.” Has not...
$ 350.00
A shallow rectangular wood box with indented dividers, supposedly for ticket-holding. A real country piece and an intriguing one. One wood divider replaced. Mounted on contemporary metal stand. Meiji, late...
Sold Out - $ 400.00
Korean tray with circular lines on both the top and rounded pedestal base. Beautiful patina, some negligible nicks around the rim, all in all, in very good condition. The top...
$ 450.00 $ 750.00
Two brass medallions and an old chankflange with trade and glass beads. Attributed to the Konyak and contiguous tribal groups. These types of brass heads are fashioned from box tops...
$ 125.00 $ 175.00
Round wooden bread mold with floral design carvings; Mounted on contemporary metal stand. Wood, Nepal, 19th century. 5 1/2 in. diameter; overall with stand 8 in. high.
$ 75.00 $ 110.00
Bamboo and rattan basket used for fishing. Northern Philippines. Very good condition. Approximately 40 - 50 years old.Measures 15" wide x 27 1/2/" high x 15" deep.
$ 825.00
Woven bamboo basket case, edged with black bamboo flat strips. Bronze hinges, clasp (missing pin) and metal handles at both ends with a cotton string for carrying. Curved form of the...
$ 450.00
Bamboo trunk for storing clothing. Tightly woven bamboo with wide planks of bamboo reinforcing the sides and bottom of the trunk. Metal hardware, Chinese calligraphy on the bamboo planks, strong...
$ 350.00
Bandori (back pad), intricate rope design incasing the straw body. Braided blue and cotton straps. This exquisitely designed and constructed back pad was made to carry a wedding gift. In...
$ 190.00
Entire surface of the purse is covered in vertical rows of tiny glass beads (probably Bohemian) in single-thread rows. The pattern is made according to the placement of the bead...
$ 250.00
Beautifully designed brown pitcher with one small chip on the back, by Emilio Molinero. Circa 1940-50 12 1/2" X 8"
$ 175.00 $ 225.00
Antique Buddha flame, wood, mounted on contemporary metal stand. Residue of old paint clinging to the antique wood. Well-worn patina shows the passage of time. Wood, Sri Lanka, 19th century....
$ 650.00
Antique Buddha hand sculpture in a Karana mudra. The Karana mudra specifically is believed to remove obstacles created by the mind, such as negative energy or fear and increase positive emotions....
$ 450.00
Antique statue of a gilded monk with hands clasped in prayer; sitting on painted wood stand with inscriptions. Serene expression, humble and devoted. Burmese, late 19th century. 7 3/4" x3"...
$ 750.00
Three dimensional Fish Shop Kanban, store sign. Carved from thick keyaki wood (Japanese zelkova) with kanji in both sides. Some wear although it has been given some tender loving care,...
$ 650.00
Antique ceramic pulley from the Oribe Kiln. Some losses around the edges, otherwise in very good condition. Late Edo, early Meiji period. Measures 11" X 2.5".
$ 45.00
Antique Chinese green tile ceramic oil lamps, now useful as candle holders. Beautiful condition, no chips or cracks. Circa 1910-1920. Small: 3 3/4" high x 4" diameter – $45.00 Medium: 6"...
$ 75.00
Antique Chinese curtain tiebacks, bordered in green enamel and copper scrolling with five images; the same green enamel bodies anchored to a round disc in the middle. Bats are symbols of good luck...
$ 750.00
Antique Chofa sculpture, highly carved and ornamental finial that graced a roof ridge of a traditional temple. The elegant shape of the carved body may also be thought of as...
$ 125.00
Cigarette case with etched dragon design on cover and back, marked Sterling silver, Japanese, Taisho period. Unusual size, could be a Ladies case. Measures 3" x 2 1/2"
$ 150.00
Mexican Incense burner, clay Circa 1940-50 61/2" X 4"
$ 45.00
Combs, made of horn, with well executed image of birds, contemporary, handmade in Vietnam. Measures 7”.
$ 450.00
This antique clay figure is Peruvian, from the Chancay culture. These figures have often been found in tombs and mummy bundles. They are called cuchimilcos. They may be male or...
$ 395.00
Daikoku and Ebisu, "God of Wealth" and "God of Fishermen" respectively, are two of the most recognizable and popular Gods of the famous Seven Gods of Japan. Daikoku stands on...
$ 750.00
Massive jizai hook, Daikoku style. This impressive sculptural object most probably graced a farmer's farmhouse over an irori with an equally large pot or teapot. Made from keyaki wood (Japanese...
$ 110.00 $ 125.00
Antique farmer's Bandori (back pad), made of straw with simple binding and woven straps. Bindings at the bottom part have come apart thus leaving the straw loose and unrestricted. The pad protects the...
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