Ripples cover the archaic surface of this flattened vessel by Sakata Jinnai enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Hakudeisai Hajomon Henko (White Clay Wave Patterned Henko) It is 11 x 23 x 32 cm (4 x 9 x 13 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Sakata Jinnai was born in Tokyo in 1943, and began as an apprentice under the legendary Kamoda Shoji in 1964, establishing his first kiln in 1966...

An incredibly elegant form by Ikegami Eichi enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seiji HIsago Kaki (Gourd Shaped vessel). It is 30.5 cm (12 inches) tall and in excellent condition.
Ikegami Eichi was born in Kanazawa City, home of Kutani porcelain, in 1931, and during his time at the Kanazawa University of Art he submitted sculptures and was awarded at the Hokuriku Art Exhibitoin and Ishikawa Modern Art Exhibitions, graduating university in 1953...

A spectacular pottery sculpture of the Okoze (Scorpion Fish) by Kimura Gyokushu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled simply Bizen Okoze. It is 27 x 18.5 x 9 cm (11 x 7-1/2 x 3-1/2 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Kimra Gyokushu was born the eldest son of the 16th generation Kimura Munetoku in 1953. He graduated from Nagoya University of Arts in 1976, then went on to be awarded the Okayama Mayor's Award at the Okayama Prefectural Exhibition that same year...

An unusual large bottle-shaped vase by Morino Taimei enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is fawn-speckled blue on black-mottled tarnished silver, a striking combination. The shape of the mouth he has taken from traditional Korean forms. The vessel is 27 cm (11 inches) tall and in excellent condition...

The Takahashi family is along with the Ueda family the oldest potter family in Shigaraki and Takahashi Rakusai III b.1898-1976 was largely responsible for the revival of unglazed Shigaraki pottery in the 20th century. Working in the third generation he was designated a "Shiga Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property" in 1964 for his countless efforts. He was succeeded in 1976 by his son Takahashi Rakusai IV who was designated by government as "Intangible Cultural Property"...

FLAT-SOLID VASE

Pottery. 20th century, Japan. approx. H 43 x W 15 x D 10 cm (16.92 x 5.90 x 3.93in)...

Pair of Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Satsuma Square Shaped Vase with Geisha & Karako Marked "Shizan Zo" 司山製

They are 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) tall by 2.6 inches (6.6 cm) wide. They weigh 1.75 Lb.

One vase has a flea bite chip at one corner of the lip. They have rubbing of gold and surface wears (as seen in the photos).

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Lovely signed Bizen ceramic sweets serving dish from the famed BIZEN KILNS. A twined wisteria handle holds the wood fired dish with natural glaze markings and 5 circles on the dish. 20cm H x 26cm wide x 28cm deep. Excellent condition. Ask for shipping quote.

Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Kanazawa Studio Embossed Porcelain Censer Koro Marked 金澤

It is 3.54 inches (9 cm) tall by 3.7 inches (9.5 cm) wide. It is 0.4 lb.

It has dark spots and surface wears (as seen in the photos).

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1930's Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner Koro with Samurai & Geisha Marked

It is 5.1 inches (13 cm) Tall by 4.7 inches (12 cm) wide. It is 0.9 Lb.

It has minor rubbing of gold and paint, flea bite chips at the finial and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Large Japanese porcelain dish, Arita kiln, compartmentalized decoration inspired by Chinese models from the end of the Ming dynasty. In the center a flowered basket and on the edge, cartouches containing flowers and emblems are boldly drawn in underglaze cobalt blue. The reverse left without decoration. The firing was perfect, the blue is bright, the glass is uniform. There is a big chip...

An authentic 17/18th century Japanese Edo Period sake bottle in blue and white , in good condition

Very pretty Satsuma earthenware bowl, round in shape, decorated with gold and polychrome enamels, representing inside the bowl, courtesans and children, in a garden, under maple trees, and near a lake. The kimonos are sumptuous by the thickness of gold used and the finesse of the details. The perimeter represents a meeting of samurai and on the other side courtesans under cherry blossoms. Signed: Kinkozan. Diameter: 12.5 cm, height: 5 cm. Period: Meiji around 1900. + Wooden box.

Height: 6.6 cm (2.7 in)
Width: 7.5 cm (3 in)

Fine Japanese lobed Satsuma lidded koro by Kozan; shows three rotund cartouches of individuals in rural and domestic scenes, also showing birds amongst flowers; the lid is expertly decorated with florals surrounded by minute diaper-work; signed in gold, Kozan

Round in shape and very decorative on a white porcelain base, the decoration, in polychromy of iron red, underglaze blue and gold enamels, represents a lake landscape with boats under sail and a mountainous background in the background. Period: Meiji (1868-1912). Diameter: 31 cm.

A beautiful Japanese studio pottery vase in a mossy green hue with stylized Chrysanthemums scattered about in artistic form. Studio stamped seal at the base.

Age: Mid Century

Dimensions: 12 1/2" High by 15 1/4" Diameter.

Antique Japanese pair of Kutani ware porcelain fu-dogs. Each figure is glazed brown with green curling mane and tail. They stand on a yellow and brown glazed rectangular platforms. One has an open mouth while the other has a small horn. Fu-dogs or Foo-lions are fierce protectors but are also playful and energetic.

Age: Early 20th century

Dimensions: 6 1/2" high x 4" long x 2 3/4" wide each

Lovely Ca. Signed 1970 Shigaraki ceramic tokkuri sake pourer w/ original box. Wood fired and beautiful natural glaze patterns. 14cm tall x 9cm wide x 16cm deep.Ask for shipping quote.