1930's Japanese Silver Inlaid Bronze Teapot Tetsubin with Relief Flowers and Shishi Finial

The teapot is 7 inches (17.8 cm) tall (handle up), and 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide. It is 1120 gram.

It has oxidation, loss of patina and surface scratches (as seen in the photos).

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A Japanese hand forged iron tsuba. A tsuba is an important fitting on a samurai's sword to protect their hands from the blade and provide balance. This tsuba has cast motifs of a 5 petal flower and oblong hole. The tsuba is from the Myochin school (1573-1867).

Date: Edo Period (1603-1868)

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Spanish colonial era Santo infant child from the Philippines estimated to be 19th Century.

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Very artistic Japanese bronze vase with drip design reminiscent of an overflowing jar. Beautiful patina. It is paired with an wooden Art Deco Chinese stand of the same period. Unsigned. In excellent condition, the vase measures 6" high x 4.5" diameter. On stand 7.25" high. Dates late Meiji, early Taisho.

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Pair of Chinese late Qing dynasty Guangxu period ginger jars with domed lids decorated in bright famille verte enamels with paradise flycatchers among peony flowers, rockery, and flowering plants set against a yellow ground. A stylized ruyi form band extends around the circumference of the top. 7 3/4" high x about 7 1/4" diameter. Circa 1900. Very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. There is a small brown production flaw to one lid.

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