$ 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...
$ 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...
$ 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 Originally made to protect horses from mosquito and other insect bites as well as from dirt and mud, it evolved into festival and ritual use.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...
$ 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...
$ 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...
$ 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...
Sold Out - $ 390.00
Incense burner, bronze, quail perched on a stylized tree branch with an elaborate chain. The censer has a missing cover but its almost not necessary due to the wonderful quail, rounded...
Sold Out - $ 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...
$ 250.00
Katagami of European Soldiers Firing a Canon. Nanban art, the term refers to Japanese art of the sixteenth and seventh centuries influenced by contact with the "Nanban" or Southern barbarians, traders...
Sold Out - $ 1,375.00
Japanese Buddhist prayer beads, exceptionally long, 1000 5/8" diameter beads strung as one long necklace with two (2) large wood beads and tassel at the end. Mala beads used by...
Sold Out - $ 275.00
Japanese sewing box (hari-bako), wood with lacquer finish. The unusual squares of different hue gives it an “Art Deco” look which corresponds with the age of the piece. Used to...
$ 275.00
Woodblock print, Japanese, 19th century, depicting a man standing against a “tsuitate” (dividing screen), a character from a Kabuki drama. By the artist Kunisada (1786-1864), a well known Ukiyo-e artist with...
Sold Out - $ 375.00
Kokeshi, Japanese wooden doll, traditionally created for Girl’s Day, it has become a popular item that carvers in different prefectures in Japan have their own version and style. It’s also a...
$ 850.00
Kukai or Kobo-Daishi was a Buddhist Monk who founded the Esoteric Shingon or "mantra" school of Buddhism. He is ensconced in a "throne" like chair inside a zushi or traveling...
$ 350.00
Art Deco style, lacquer with sterling silver detachable bowl with top. Subtle painting on the sides and shelf, one drawer in each side with inside painting. Miniscule lacquer losses on...
$ 450.00
Hibachi, Japanese, Kiri wood , mother-of-pearl inlay and lacquer, copper lined, leaves and flower design, Meiji period, early 20th century. Beautiful condition. This kind of hibachi were primarily used for...
$ 450.00
Hibachi, Japanese, kiri wood, copper lined with Makie design. Early 20th century. Beautiful condition. In the olden days a utilitarian accessory in a home used for heating. : 11.5x7.5 in....
Sold Out - $ 250.00
Maneki-Neko, Japanese good fortune cat is a symbol of fortune and prosperity particularly tomerchants and business oriented trades. A lifted right-paw ensures good health and good luck at home. A...
Sold Out - $ 100.00
Maneki-Neko, Japanese good fortune cat is a symbol of fortune and prosperity particularly to merchants and business oriented trades. A lifted left paw ensures good fortune in business . A...
$ 550.00
The Murashido technique was achieved by dipping the hot bronze in oil immediately after firing and then smoking with rice straw. This technique was started in the early 1900's. 7...
$ 30.00
Original Keisuke Serizawa July 1960 Calendar. Katazome process on Mulberry washi paper. His style of depicting people, seasons , toys and folk art with vibrant colors and exuberance has earned him the...
$ 450.00 $ 550.00
Painted clay figure of a kneeling man with a big head and sporting a topknot. Fukusuke is considered a good luck figure especially in house of business and is referred...
$ 975.00
Pair of KITSUNE (FOXES), Japanese, Porcelain, mid-century. Kitsune legendsabound in Japanese folklore. Most notably they are associated with Inari, the Shintodeity of rice. They ae considered Inari’s messengers and this...
$ 290.00
Pair of KITSUNE (FOXES), Japanese, Porcelain, Mid-century Kitsune legends abound in Japanese folklore. Most notably they are associated with Inari, the Shinto deity of rice. They are considered Inari’s messengers...
$ 450.00
Two parts carved wood, this kashigata cookie (mochi) mold is in the shape of a sea bream fish. This type of cookie mold is put into use during New Year’s,...
$ 450.00
Sitting Amida Buddha with beads necklace, hands clasped on his lap invokes a calm and soothing demeanor, made of metal, probably iron, Japanese, mid-century, c.1950-60 : 9x7x10.75 in
$ 550.00
Japanese six-drawer box, ko-bako, wood, handforged hardware, dark patina. Had various uses, most probably to store precious objects or small important tools and instruments. Meiji period. : 14x10.1x12.2 in.
$ 450.00
Japanese pair of Snow shoes, specifically made for an individual constructed of bamboo, wood splints and rope, crude but serviceable and charming. Definitely “Mingei” and a stunning wall decor. Meiji...
$ 225.00 $ 295.00
Japanese sterling silver salt and pepper shakers in the shape of buckets. Circa 1960. 3" by 1/2"
Sold Out - $ 275.00
Tanuki, Japanese raccoon dog, a legendary folklore symbol of good luck, also reputed to be mischievous and jolly, a master of disguise and shapeshifting but also quite gullible and absentminded. ...
$ 1,200.00
Japanese Okimono of a tiger, mouth open with a ferocious expression ready to pounce; bronze, beautifully executed. Stripes can be detected at close inspection, artist's signature on the stomach. Taisho...
Sold Out - $ 125.00
Painted earthenware image of Hotei, one of the Seven Gods, Japanese. Considered to be the God of Fortune, Guardian of Children and regarded most times as the Laughing Buddha because of...
Sold Out - $ 750.00
Twelve (12) Drawer Ko-Bako, handforged metal hardware reinforces corners and sides, bronze handles, unusually deep drawers. An artists' box perhaps to store delicate and special tools. Beautiful patina and excellent...
$ 275.00
Usubata, Japanese traditional vessel for Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement, bronze. Two parts, the top has an opening where the arrangement goes in, the bottom part has two unusual...
$ 275.00
This unusual and versatile Usubata has two parts, a bronze top and a wooden base. The flared top and handsome sturdy round base is very appealing. Another use of this...
$ 150.00
Superior quality two piece crystal perfume bottle. Stopper has prism effect of an image of a Japanese pagoda. Never used, in pristine condition, marked Japan. Manufactured after WW2. Circa 1945-50. Overall...
$ 750.00
Kiri (paulownia) wood hibachi brazier, lined in copper. The outside is decorated with real gold makie (or maki-e) and lacquered chrysanthemum images. This was used for heating a space and...
$ 250.00
Vase, Japanese, Ikebana (the art of flower arrangement) container, wood, copper lined, Taisho period, hour glass shaped, bulbous at the bottom tapering at the top. Great condition and elegant even...
$ 110.00
Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement is one of Japan’s most honored tradition. Rounded body shape culminating in a small opening lends itself to an imaginative arrangement. The patina is...
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