This exquisite teapot is a true masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship from the Maji period. It is a handmade miniature Banko ceramic teapot, designed in the shape of a bag and adorned with intricate hand-enameled relief work. The flying cranes and delicate flowers depicted on the teapot are a testament to the skill and artistry of the maker...

Antique Seto Guro Chawan made in the Mid to Late Edo period (18-19cc).

Size
Height 8cm
Width 12.5cm

Condition
There is a chip at the mouth. No cracks and no repair.
Supplied with wooden box

"Seto Guro" refers to a specific type of Japanese pottery known as "Seto blackware" or "Seto-guro-yaki" in Japanese...

Very unusual Ca. 1930 iron lantern in the shape of a Shinto Shrine Drum with the 'mitsu tomoe' (three commas) which symbolized Raijin the god of thunder and lightning. Often this symbol is on the end of temple roof tiles as protection against thunder and lightning. Great condition. 9" in diameter and 9" tall. Ask for shipping quote.

Rare large bronze temple dragon spout. Kurama Temple in Northern Kyoto has a very similar one at the entrance to the temple with water running from the dragon's mouth into a large granite water basin where people can purify mouth and hands before entering the temple. Ca. 1950. 30" wide; 3ft tall and 18" deep. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote from CA warehouse.

A rare blue gleams on the edges of this small cuboid by Furutani Taketoshi enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Shigaraki Shizen-yu Hen Hana-ire. The surface is heavily abraded as with a chisel, giving plenty of grip for the natural blown-ash glaze. It is 9 x 6.5 x 9 cm (3-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 inches) and is in excellent condition, directly from the artist...

Japanese tonkotsu, traditional box used to contain tobacco powder, aromas or medicines, made in root and decorated with mother-of-pearl floral applications. Floral applications made of mother of pearl are applied to the surface of the box, creating a contrast with the color of the root. In addition, a butterfly is also present on the tonkotsu. The netsuke ryusa manju, carved, is decorated with floral details while the ojime is in green stone. Period: Edo 19th cent. Dimensions: 7,5...

Based on telltale signs, this extraordinary Raku tea bowl likely dates to the late Edo period (200+ years old). Crafted with meticulous care, its smooth, ebony surface exudes a sense of depth and mystery while its reddish hues gracefully traverse the bowl's contours—creating subtle variations of color that evoke a feeling of warmth...

One-of-a-kind!!! This is an item sui generis.

A yellow glazed Raku chawan, dating from the Meiji Period (ca. 120 years old) with its originally signed wood box.

The chawan is in superb condition with no chips or cracks. Around the bowl are carved chinese characters. The tea bowl is very solid and fits perfectly into the palm of the hands. Great chawan!

No chips or cracks.

Size: 8,6 cm height x 11,9 cm in diameter.

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A stunning Kakehana wall vase in liquid gray ash forming crystalline green droplets beading on the front by pioneering Shigaraki artist Furutani Hiromu (Churoku I) enclosed in a wooden box signed by the family and titled Shizen-yu Kakehana Hana-ire. It is 5 cm (2 inches) diameter, 33 cm (13 inches) long and in perfect condition, directly from the Furutani family personal collection...

Japanese sosaku hanga woodblock print depicting an alert dog lying in rest set against a lacquered patterned background titled "Dachshund (A)" by Kiyoshi Saito (1907-1997). Signed in white ink and with the artist's red seal at the lower right. Circa 1950s. Unlimited edition. Paper size: 11 1/2" x 17 1/4” (image size: 10 3/16" x 15 1/8”). Very good overall condition. There are three small areas of tape residue on the back upper edge at the center and corners.

Carved Stoneware Demon Bowl made by internationally acknowledged muralist Fujiwara Ikuzo (b. 1946).

Size
Height 10cm
Width 15cm

In excellent condition
Supplied with signed wooden box and leaflet.

Born in Osaka, Ikuzo Fujiwara completed his education in the Japanese Painting department at Tokyo University of the Arts in 1970. He had the privilege of studying under Kawai Tadashi in Kyoto...

Japanese limited edition cement mortar block print pencil-titled in kanji "Poem 69-69" (indicating production in 1969) by Maki Haku (1924-2000). Pencil-signed and numbered 59/155 in the lower margin. The artist's square red seal is at the lower left corner of the image. This print features the highly embossed ideographs characteristic of Maki's work. The designs were created by inscribing on wet cement. Paper size: 19 5/8" x 13 1/2" (image size: 18 3/16" x 12 5/16"). Very good overall condition...

Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Silvered Ground Satsuma Earthenware Vase with Geisha and Samurai by Kinkozan

It is 7 inches (17.78 cm) tall by 4 inches (10.1 cm) wide. It is 0.7 Lb.

It has tarnished silver and has rubbing of paint and gold, a hairline crack, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Japanese limited edition cement mortar block print pencil-titled in kanji "Poem 68-2" (indicating production in 1968) by Maki Haku (1924-2000). Pencil-signed and numbered 26/50 in the lower margin. The artist's square red seal is at the lower right corner of the image. This print features the highly embossed ideographs characteristic of Maki's work. The designs were created by inscribing on wet cement. Paper size: 17" x 17 1/4" (image size: just under 16" x 16"). Very good overall condition.

Yasuo Tamaoki (b. 1941) Shino Ware ChawanYasuo Tamaoki (b. 1941) Shino Ware Chawan

Size
Height 8cm
Width 12cm

In excellent condition
Supplied with signed wooden box

Tamaoki Yasuo was born in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture in 1941 as the 4th generation heir of Gyokuzan-gama, a family kiln. He completed his education at Gifu Prefecture Industrial High School in 1960 and joined the family kiln thereafter...

A contemporary Shigaraki Yunomi Cup in Natural Ash Glaze by Furutani Taketoshi enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Shizen-yu Yunomi. It is 7 x 7 x 7 cm (3 x 3 x 3 inches) and is in excellent condition, directly from the artist...

Oribe Style Dish by renowned Koie Ryoji (1938-2020)

Size
Width 23.2cm
Height 6cm

In excellent condition
Supplied with signed wooden box

Koie Ryoji
Born in the historic city of Tokoname, Japan, in 1938, Koie Ryoji emerged as a prominent figure in the world of ceramics. Tokoname, renowned for its rich ceramic heritage, served as an ideal backdrop for Koie's artistic journey...

Remarkable Shino sake cup featuring exquisite glazing made by Mino legend Ando Hidetake.

Size
Height 4.6cm
Width 6.2cm

Condition
Unused
Supplied with signed box

Ando Hidetake, born in 1938, hails from the esteemed Mino pottery family of Gifu prefecture. In 1960, he embarked on a remarkable journey as an apprentice under the guidance of Kato Tokuro...