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Kyoto Ceramics and Fine Art
Sold, Thank You! Weighty, yet smooth and even in the hand, this Kuro Oribe bowl is quite attractive and unique in its construction. The jet-black glaze nicely highlights the Chrysanthemum flowers (Kiku) on the front and back of the bowl which are auspicious symbols of longevity and rejuvenation in Japan. When first introduced to the island nation during the Nara period (710 – 793 AC), the Japanese Royal Family was fascinated with the Chrysanthemum. Eventually, during the passing of the years, the Chrysanthemum...
Kyoto Ceramics and Fine Art
Sold, Thank You! A wonderful translucent blue celadon vase decorated with a low-relief vine and grape motif. This piece was made by one of the few great female Japanese potters of the 20th century—Suwa Sozan II, daughter of Meiji Imperial Court Artist Sozan I.
Suwa Sozan I (1852—1922) was born in an area of what is known today as Ishikawa prefecture. After a short stint in the military he took up pottery design and painting under Touda Tokuji in 1873. From this point forward, he divided his time... Chinese late Ming dynasty Dehua (blanc de chine) porcelain bombe form censer with flaring rim covered overall with a white glaze of warm pinkish tone with areas of darker pink pooling. The base and bottom of the flat foot are both unglazed. 5 5/8” diameter x 3 7/8” high. 17th century. From a Scottsdale, Arizona collection. The current owners purchased the censer in Oregon in 1978 from the collection of an American missionary to China prior to the Japanese occupation. The purchase price...
Two panels from a multipart Chinese ink and color on silk painting after Ding Yunpeng (active 1584-1638). The first Signed “Nanyu Ding Yunpeng” and with two red seals. Measures 94.5”V (85.5”V excluding mounting) x just under 23”H. 19th century or earlier. Very good overall condition. There is some soiling to the mount and the painting has some typical buckling, soiling, and wear. See item #1331946 for a description and images of the second panel. These two paintings are from an o...
The second of two Chinese Qing scrolled paintings on silk after Ding Yunpeng (active 1584-1638). 19th century or earlier. The size, including mounting, is 91”V x 23 1/4”H (painting: 86”V x 21 1/8”H). Good overall condition. The top wood bar is missing and a section of the top silk mounting is tattered. The painting has some typical buckling, creasing, soiling, and wear. Sold together with item #1331943. From an old Tucson, Arizona collection. Purchased in New York in the mid-20th...
Kyoto Ceramics and Fine Art
Sold, thank You! Ivory white, forest green, and metallic brown/ gold combine to lend this tea bowl a dynamic and refreshing landscape. Bamboo fronds perceived here in the stylized outlines of white marks crisscrossing the front and back inside lip of the bowl signifying strength and resilience. Together with pine and plum (sho chiku bai)—bamboo is one of the auspicious symbols running through the heart of Japanese art and culture.
In fine condition, this piece is 5.1 inches in diameter (13 cm) and...
Zentner Collection
SOLD Antique Japanese scroll painting of a beautiful court lady with very long, flowing hair rolling up her screen door. To her right is a painting of cranes flying over seaside mountains and trees. In good condition. Circa 1800s Edo age (1615-1868) signed Totsugen Tanaka of the Tosa School. From Bay Area Estate.
Size: (entire scroll) 63.5" H x 17" W (artwork only) 33.5" H x 9.75" W
Zentner Collection
$1,250.00 Japanese wooden shop sign. Well-carved with large lettering and small chop signatures in corners. Very heavy in weight. The entire sign has been hand carved down, exposing the kanji lettering. Natural design. Edo Period (circa 1800's)
Size: 18" H x 76" L x 1.5" D
Golden Age Antiques
On Hold This is a beautiful four sided Japanese cloisonne vase. The work is subtle and the workmanship of very high quality. The artists that come to mind when looking at this piece are Kawade and Souske. The vase is not signed. The rims are silver. The vase stands 7 1/4 inches tall and it is in excellent condition.
Zentner Collection
$2,500.00 Antique Japanese jingasa helmet, made of riveted iron panels in black lacquered, with the inside of the helmet is lacquered in red. On the front is a large ume (plum blossom) mon (family crest) belonging to the Maeda Family (ruler of the Kaga). Since the helmet is made all of iron it attests to the wealth and influence of the Maeda clan. It is more than likely that this particular helmet was worn in battle showing ware that is consistent of its age. Original lacquer and patina.
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Zentner Collection
$2,500.00 Antique Chinese scroll painting of a goose seated below a berry branch at the water's edge with calligraphy. Signature reads Chen Mei, dated "first day in Autumn, 1740".
Size: (entire scroll) 77" H x 27.5" W (artwork only) 35.5" H x 19" W
Zentner Collection
$1,500.00 Interesting hardwood stand in an hourglass shape. Extremely heavy, solid hardwood. Fun design that is very stable. Originally from the Philippines.
Size: 18" H x 17.5" W
Zentner Collection
$1,275.00 Contemporary scroll painting by Gary Llamido. Entitled "Black Water" this painting is inspired by the quality of line of paintings from the Yuan Dynasty, China. Gracefully undulating brush work in sumi ink on paper. Painted in 2010.
Size of artwork: 24" high x 27 3/4" wide.
Size of scroll: 76" high x 27 3/4" wide.
Southeast Asian : Metalwork : Pre 1950
item #1332031
(stock #SK961)
Galerie Hafner
Sold. Set of three ceremonial lidded jars from the Islamic Maranao people of Mindanao in Southern Philippines. They are made of silvered copper alloy with geometric decoration in applied wire. Condition: few dents and bumps. Dimension: 23.5 cm and 29 cm high.
Zentner Collection
$350.00 Japanese cotton coat, hand-dyed indigo and red with paste resist patterns of waves and Japanese characters. Beautifully hand-woven. Original Condition. Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)
Size: 48" L x 32" H
Zentner Collection
$1,650.00 Chinese square hanging lamp made of Zitan and mixed hardwood. Hand carved with dragon heads and fitted with frosted glass. Early Republic Period.
Total size: 15" high x 22" wide x 22" wide. Size of lamp box only: 7" high x 17 1/4" wide x 17 1/4" wide.
Zentner Collection
$350.00 Antique Japanese coat made of hand-woven cotton indigo fabric. Hand-dyed with paste resist patterns of Japanese characters and a fan design on the back. Originally used and worn by a ship worker. Original condition. Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)
Size: 48" L x 32" H
Japanese wooden clothing chest (Sendai-Tansu) with signature on ironwork.
Age: Japan, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
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