Ushiwakamaru Ningyo, Historical Warrior as a Boy

Japanese: Folk Art: Dolls and Puppets Pre 1900: item #775137
R213

19th Century Japanese Musha Ningyō of Ushiwakamaru, the boy who would grow up to become the great 12th Century warrior, Minamoto no Yoshitsune. This wonderful Boys Day Ningyo is the rarest of all the Boys Day figures. He is a fine example of Meiji Period Ningyo making. He wears gorgeous brocades and has a very expressive face. He is never seen wearing a helmet, in order to show his fantastic hairstyle. 12.25 x 16.5 inches, 31 x 42 cm. Excellent Condition.

Very Rare Hina Kazari, Wall Decoration of Silk Dolls

Japanese: Folk Art: Dolls and Puppets Pre 1900: item #775117
R219

Extremely Rare Hina Kazari. This the only complete set we have seen accept for a set that was sold at auction in Japan. They are presented on a sundry. The set features an Empress and Emperor, three Court Ladies, and five Musicians. Meiji Period. Fashioned of silk crepe with beautifully painted faces. Figures range from 4 to 5.5 inches high (10 to 13.5 cm). Overall dimensions: 28.5 x 23 inches, 72.5 x 58.5 cm. Excellent Condition.

Ohno Bakufu Japanese Woodblock Print - Garden SOLD

Japanese: Woodblock Prints: Scenic Pre 1960: item #775108
Ohno 002

Artist: Ohno Bakufu [signature and seal}
Title: Seiren-In Garden in Kyoto
Date: 1950s
Size: Oban, approximately 16 x 11 inches
Publisher: Kyoto Hanga-In [seal], Carver: Matsuda [seal],... Click for details

Meiji Period Hai Hai Ningyo, Japanese Crawling Doll

Japanese: Folk Art: Dolls and Puppets Pre 1900: item #775099
R167

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Hai Hai Ningyō lying on a beautiful Shibori silk pillow. The Hai Hai is the rarest of the Gosho form. They are presented in the upper class as a birth presentation gift to protect against bad spirits. This charming example has a Chomusubi (gift ribbon) on his head. 7.5 inches (19cm) long x 4 inches (10cm) high. Excellent Condition.

Isho Ningyo Couple, Tale of the Tongue Cut Sparrow

Japanese: Folk Art: Dolls and Puppets Pre 1920: item #775094
R168

A rare Meiji Period Isho Ningyo depicting the Tale of the Tongue Cut Sparrow. This pair is brilliantly crafted and attributed to the famous Ningyo artist Mauari, a National Treasure in Japan. His work is highly prized there. 9.5 inches, 24cm tall. Excellent Condition.

Beautiful Meiji Period Fireflies Black Lacquered Box

Japanese: Lacquer: Boxes Pre 1900: item #774959
R214

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Black Lacquered Box with River, Bamboo, Flowers, and Fireflies. A gem of high quality with gorgeous fine details. 9.25 x 6.75 x 1.5 inches, 23.5 x 17 x 4 cm. Excellent Condition.

Fine Lacquered Box from Boston's MFA, Boats and Waves

Japanese: Lacquer: Boxes Pre 1837 VR: item #774956
R215

From the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston comes this fine Edo Period late 18th/early 19th Century Japanese Black Lacquered Box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid and Gold Lacquered Boats in a classic wave pattern with exceptionally well rendered mother of pearl motifs. A rare masterpiece from all sides. 8 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches, 20 14 x 14 cm. Excellent Condition.

Edo Gold Lacquered Box with Peacocks and Butterflies

Japanese: Lacquer: Boxes Pre 1837 VR: item #774954
R242

Edo Period Early 19th Century Japanese Gold Lacquered Box. An extraordinary master work inspired by the Rimpa style of Ogata Korin. This stunning box features a pair of Peacocks by a stream with auspicious Flowers and Butterflies rendered in high relief of gold lacquer and accents of mother of pearl. The beautifully rendered auspicious motif continues in the interior of this magnificent work of art. 16 x 12 x 5 inches, 40.5 x 30.5 x 12.5 cm. Excellent Condition.

Okina Mask w/ Case by Meiji Period Artist, Ko-ikiu III

Japanese: Sculpture: Wood Pre 1900: item #774944
R221

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Noh Theater Mask of Okina, the Happy Old Man, portraying a happy man of wisdom and joy in many Noh dramas. This Noh mask is carved by Ko-Ikiu III from a long line of Noh mask carvers. It is finely lacquered over paloma wood. Signed with original case. This mask is in Perfect Condition. 7.5 inches tall (15 inches with beard) x 6 inches wide, 19cm tall (38cm with beard) x 15cm wide.

Meiji 1,000 Armed Bosatsu of Compassion and Pure Bounty

Japanese: Sculpture: Bronze Pre 1900: item #774942
R241

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture of Senju Kannon, the 1,000 armed Bosatsu of Compassion, the deity of pure bounty, omniscient and omnipresent. This divine sculpture holds its foremost hands in the Anjali mudra (hand position), universally used by people in Asia for salutation, it evokes an offering (of one's good feelings, of one's person, of art, etc.). This is a fantastic, masterfully rendered find for the Buddhist art collector. 13.5 inches, 34 cm. Excellent Condition.