An original limited edition Kiyoshi Saito woodblock print entitled Chapel France that was made in 1960 and numbered 11 of 120. Deep purple hues border a silvery road which visually leads to the bare branches of a tree in winter. The focus then turns to a somewhat distant church in the background which is this prints main theme. Saito then layered this print with textured paint adding a depth unlike most of his other prints. With watermark and stamped artist label on back stating “self-carved...

Chinese Dark Cherry Amber Bakelite Carved Kwan Yin Buddha on Wood Stand

It is 5.1 inches (13 cm) tall measured without stand by 3 inches (9.1 cm) wide. It is 266 gram measured without stand.

It has chips at the bottom, inclusions, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

Tested with Simichrome.

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1970's Chinese Turquoise Carved Snuff Bottle with Dragon & Chain

It is 3.3 inches (8.3 cm) in length with chain by 1.5 inches (3.9 cm) wide. It is 63.2 gram.

It has inclusions and surface scratches (as seen in the photos).

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FAKE ANTS AND ENAMELED WARE

Ant's legs are wire and movable. 1960s, Japan. Ant: approx. 2cm (0.78in), Container: approx. 16 x 10 x H 3cm (6.29 x 3.93 x 1.18in)


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Kiyoshi Saito Ikaruga-No-Sato Nara (C) 1970
Edition: 36/80 Matted size: 27 x 22 inches.
Visible image size: 21.5 x 16.75 inches.
Date: 1970.
Self-published by the artist.
Signed and sealed in the image.
Titled, numbered, and dated in pencil.
Condition: Edges or full print laid down to backing.
Note: Print is not framed.

THREAD

Five pieces set of cotton thread wound around the cores of several materials (as bamboo or sort of straw? And, iron-like stuff), unused and stored for long years in deadstock condition (but with some expected stains due to aging), late 20th century, Korea, approx. 13.5-18.0 x H 5.0-6.5cm (5.31-7.08 x 1.96-2.55in).


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CASTING KASHIGATA 5pc.

Alloy casting 'Kashigata' (Japanese confectionery mold). Showa period, mid 20th century, Japan. Large: approx. 16 x 10 x H 5cm (6.29 x 3.93 x 1.96in), Small: approx. 10 x 8 x H 3cm (3.93 x 3.14 x 1.18in)


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A Keyaki (Zelkova) root burl bonsai stand with twisty gnarly roots supporting a flat surface. Beautiful original patina.

Age: Mid Century (1950-1960's)

Dimensions: 14 1/2" Wide by 13" High by 12 3/4" Deep

BEAR FAMILY

Vintage Japanese wood carving bear okimono of exquisite composition, with chiseled Japanese letters of "Commemoration. Trip to Hokkaido. 1962 9.12". approx. 33 x 13 x H 39cm (12.99 x 5.11 x 15.35in). Some chips and cracks as is, but no fatal damage as seen.


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Pair of 1970's Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase with Mountain & River Scene

They are 5.3 inches (35 cm) tall by 3.2 inches (13.75 cm) wide. Total weight is 4.9 lb.

They have surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Kogo, container for storing incense during the tea ceremony, in the shape of the bud of a lotus flower.
The bottom half decorated on the outside with classic lotus sepals, as used to image a Buddhist lotus dais, in relief. The top half also decorated in low relief in a much more stylized manner. The closed lotus bud, crowned by a 16-petal chrysanthemum and topped by a knob, which is probably a stylized rendering of the chrysanthemum heart.

Alternatively the shape could refer to the s...

INSULATORS

Ceramic devices for insulating electric wire called insulator, once installed to an old house with straw‐thatched roof, late 20th century, Korea, approx. D 4.2 x H 6.5cm (1.65 x 2.55in) each. Some damage due to aging as is as seen.


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MASK

Korean wooden mask with such nice hilarious facial expression by unique style of design and carving, similar to the one used for traditional Korean masque, but provably it's the one made for the decoration, mid-late 20th century, approx. 27 x 16.8cm (10.62 x 6.61in). With a metal fitting attached in the later years. Some expected stains and damage due to aging as is as seen.


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Chinese Dark Cherry Amber Bakelite Carved Lady Figure

She is 15.9 inches (40.5 cm) tall by 5.1 inches (13 cm) wide without stand. She is 2376 gram.

She has inclusions, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Height: 4.8 cm (1.9 in)
Width: 4.3 cm (1.7 in)
Depth: 2.5 cm (1 in)

Japanese netsuke of a crying child in a seated position with a spilled bowl; natural material; signed on the base; good condition

Currently in its 5th generation, the Miura Chikusen line of potters has continued to produce high-quality Kiyomizu-yaki and Kyo-yaki porcelains used in sencha for well over 150 years. The piece seen here is by the third generation potter and has the rare distinction of being endorsed by Sokuchusai, a former Head Tea Master of Omotesenke in Kyoto. Simple and elegant, a section of bamboo stands out in contrast to the white crackled porcelain glaze. If you are looking for a representative work by o...

Ide Gakusui
Chrysanthemums
Size: Approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches.
Date: 1950s-60s.
Gakusui signature and seal lower right.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Woodblock print is tipped along the top edge to original 7 x 4.5-inch blank card.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent.

SMILING MASK

Korean wood carving mask, similar to the one used for traditional Korean masque, but provably it's the one made for the decoration, mid-late 20th century, approx. 27 x 18.5cm (10.62 x 7.28in). With metal fitting and string attached in the later years. Some expected stains and damage due to aging as is as seen. (*Reference photo is from the book, 'National Folk Museum of Korea')


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