Extre. Rare/Fine 2 Korean Goguryeo(高句麗) Monster Temple Roof End Tiles-BC 4-AD/6th C. : Korea, Goguryo(高句麗)dynasty, BC 4-AD 6th century. The circular tile finely molded with Lotus and Monster face (궤면문) design surrounded by a raised thick rim, soft brownish clay used.((They are 2 of 32 Goguryeo tiles collection) They are in good condition with old and usage, it measures 6”, and 5.5” ******For similar examples see Tokyo National Museum, Ogura Collection, donated ...

An Extre. Rare/Fine Korean Earthen Ware Pot/a Coiled Coma Shape Handle-2th/3th C.: Korea, Kaya period, 2th to 3th century. This Earthenware Vessel (Bowl or Pot) is a very rare and a beautiful done in shape and natural colored glaze on the surfaces, and with a coiled coma shape handle. the earthen body is in tan, gray, black and rust Orange naturally which makes a great contrast colors around the surfaces. It’s in very good condition without any noticeable damages at all. but a blister ...

Extre,Rare/Fine Korean Goryeo(高麗) Black/Celadon Glazed Finished Oil Bottle-12/13th C.: Korea, Goryeo(高麗) dynasty, 12th/13th century. The well potted and flattened globular form with ring foot and narrow neck with cup-shape mouth, decorated in brownish dark glazed body evenly, finished with a pale celadon glaze. It’s in very good condition without any damages. It measures 6.2cm h. x 10cm d.

An Extr. Rare Attributed Portrait of the 4th King of Joseon (조선朝鮮)-세종대왕 [世宗大王] with the Queen-王妃, Korean-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century or older, dated and signed with a seal, whole plexi glass framed, painted on silk with bright natural pigment with real gold used. This portrait believed to be of세종대왕 [世宗大王]- the 4th King of Joseon dynasty, and the Queen. He was the 3rd son of태조 [太祖] 이성계 [李成桂]: the first King of Jo...

A Rare/Fine Korean White Glaze Two Ear (Loop) (兩耳盏) Cup-16th C.: Korea, early Joseon dynasty, 15th to 16th century. A blue tinged clear grey white glazed two ear cup, and with wide, circular cup resting on a raised ring foot molded with two curving T-shaped handles each set with a tiny square point below the bottom loop of the handle, slightly recessed, covered overall with a translucent blue tinged white glaze, the base with fine sand encrusted It’s in very good condition...

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Two pieces of art work pasted the eye part of old Taisho-period's 'koinobori' (carp streamer / ref. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koinobori) made of 'washi' (Japanese paper) on canvas of today. 18 x 14 x 2 cm (7.08 x 5.51 x 0.78in) each.


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A beautiful example of Shigaraki pottery—the result of techniques perfected over centuries by dedicated artisans residing in the provinces east of Kyoto. This piece achieves a kind of asymmetrical balance of both form and color, displaying classic Shigaraki markings of emerald green, red ochre, and pale ash.

The Shigaraki kilns in Shiga prefecture have been an active pottery centre since the Kamakura period (1185–1333) and continue to produce pottery up to the present day. Like...

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. Throughout his career, he garnered widespread recognition for his exceptional skills in Shino po...

This is a great Japanese cloisonne vase. It is not signed but it was created by one of the master artists from the Meiji Era. Years ago this vase was acquired from the Avo Krikorian Collection. It stands 6 1/4 inches tall. Condition is excellent.

This is a wonderful slender pear shaped bronze vase from the Meiji era (1868-1912. It is highly detailed and decorated with three raised relief elephants. One of the images was deliberately overexposed to show off the fine detail. It has the original patina and is in excellent condition. Stands 12 3/4 inches tall and is signed underneath by Genryusai Seiya. Buyers should be careful because there are poor copies or fakes of this elephant vase showing up in auctions.

This is a very special example of Japanese Cloisonne. The workmanship and elegant form are what makes this piece so special. This vase was acquired from one of the world's greatest cloisonne collections. It measures 12 inches tall. Great overall condition but it does has a very tiny enamel flake (See last image) on the back shoulder and minor pitting. It is not signed.

This little guy is just about the cutest thing I have ever seen. A tiny mouse rests atop a bulging white radish, bristling blue leaves in full detail attached as if pulled fresh from the ground. Dating from the 19th century (later Edo to early Meiji period), it comes enclosed in an age darkened wooden box titled Daikon Nezumi Futamono (Radish/Mouse Lidded Receptacle). I confess in over 25 years dealing in Japanese art and antiques I have never seen one like it. It is in excellent condition. ...

A smokey yellow bowl impressed with various floral images dating from the Edo period made up of various ancient kiln shards put together with lacquer and silver in the Kintsugi technique. The bowl is 11.5 cm (4-1/2 inches) diameter, 8 cm (3-1/4 inches) tall and comes wrapped in a contemporary silk pouch in an age darkened kiri-wood box.
This method of using pieces from multiple works with lacquer repair is called Yobitsugi. Yobitsugi is a form of kintsugi that entails combining pieces of ...

A shop sign carved from a block of knotted wood in the shape of a tea leaf jar engraved on both sides with the character Cha (Tea) originally gilded which still reflects light from the correct angle. A large knot making up one shoulder has split apart in the center, while the outside edge remains intact. A perfect example of the Japanese aesthetic of wabisabi. It is 32 x 3 x 32.5 cm (roughly 13 x 1 x 13 inches). The sign has been restored at some time in the past, the green and black pigment...

The cormorant prepares to take flight, wings extended, captured in bronze in a moment of excitement, the shapr eyes focused ahead. Captivating realism with simple Art-deco overtones signed below the tail. It is 32 x 36.5 x 25 cm (14-1/2 x 13 x 10 inches) and is in excellent condition. The cormorant, known in Japanese simply as U, is a migratory bird native to the east Palearctic with a range from Taiwan to the Russian Far East. It has a black body with a white throat and cheeks and a partial...

An exceptional sake cup by Living National Treasure Shimizu Uichi enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Ki Ho Rai Tai Sen Mon Hai. It is covered in his famous shattered-ice-like glaze with metallic drips circling the rim. It is 6 cm diameter (2-1/2 inches), 4 cm tall and in excellent condition, complete with the original Shiori and Shifuku.
Shimizu Uichi (1926-2004) was born in Kyoto the son of a ceramic dealer. Discarding the family business, he apprenticed in plastic arts ...

A shard has been grafted into the side of this large misshapen Shino bottle dating from the Momoyama to early Edo period, the repair lined with gold. Gold also circle the neck where the discarded misfire was repaired, and gleams on the lip. It is 22 cm (9 inches) tall and in excellent condition. It comes in an age darkened wooden box titled Ko-Shino Tokkuri, Shoki no Kama (Old Shino Tokkuri, early Kiln era)
This method of using pieces from multiple works with lacquer repair is called Yobi...

A stunning large Menuki in the form of a writhing dragon of gilt copper dating from the 19th century, It is 7.5 cm (3 inches) long and in perfect condition, retaining both the original studs on back unused. The Year of the Dragon is coming up!