An Edo period incense burner of wood cut in a squash shape known as an Akoda-koro covered in black lacquer with designs of aogai-shell laid onto the surface under a solid silver dome-lid. It is 11 cm (4-1/2 inches) diameter and enclosed in modern custom wooden storage box. There are losses to the raden design revealing the underlying tonoko on which it is laid.

This is Patchwork silk fukusa of an impressive carapace of a turtle of the very rare Edo era(1800-1867). It has slight stain and damage. However, it is in a very good state. I recommend it to collection of you. size:43cm x 42cm (16.9" x 16.5")

A crane rises elegantly from a truncated tree, the legs intricately crafted and the body flowing in a liquid grace. This is Bizen Saikumono, a body of Bizen popular throughout the Edo, Meiji and early 20th centuries. Craftsman carved wild animals, mythical beasts, human figures and many other figures out of the smooth Bizen clay, relying on perfection of form, allowing the firing to add color without overt decoration. This figure is 34 cm (13-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition. It comes...

The gist of the script is Taoist, something to the effect of: This is my life, I am neither overtly talented nor gifted with genius, like a sail boat alone tossed among the waves I drink freely of sake untouched (unfettered) by others seen only from a distance. Ink on paper in a the rough silk border preferred by Literati artists with exquisite turned ivory rollers enclosed in a period wooden box (the rollers will be changed for something suitable if exporting). The scroll is 17-1/2 x 75-1/2 i...

Startled to enlightenment, this is a large Edo period figure of a Rakan (Sanskrit: Arhat), a Buddhist saint kozutsucarved in the Yosegi-zaiku method of joined blocks of wood. Originally covered in polychrome colors, much has grayed and flaked away with time, a fitting aspect of the image. He has glass eyes which seem to burn violently with realization. The image is 43 x 36 x 51 cm (17 x 14 x 20 inches) and is in solid condition. The head is removable, slotted into the body at the collar. For ...

Late Edo Period Japanese Painting of Two Men Pulling a Horse. This classic Kano school painting is a perfect composition of line and form and color. Frame: 35 x 20.5 inches, 89 x 52 cm; Painting: 28.25 x 13.5 inches, 71.75 x 34.25 cm. Colors on silk. Signed and sealed by Kosui.

Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese Antique Kuro Raku Tachi-Zuru Tsutsu Chawan for Tea Ceremony Wabi Sabi Raku pottery is traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremony since as early as the 16th century. Size Height 10.3cm Width 10.2cm Weight 325g Condition Overall good considering the age, no cracks, no chips. The seal of the potter is stamped at the bottom.

Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese Antique Kyo Ware Tsutsu Chawan (Tea Bowl) for Tea Ceremony.

Kyo/Kiyomizu Ware has several centuries of history with over 300 kilns located around Kyoto, Japan.
The history of Kiyomizu pottery goes back to the Momoyama period (1568-1600).

Size
Height 9.5cm
Width 10cm
Weight 480g

Condition
Overall good considering the age, no cracks, no chips.
Supplied with old wooden box.

Rare example of Edo Period (1603-1868) White Shino Ware Tea Bowl (Chawan).
The potter's mark is carved at the base.

Shino pottery is produced in today's Gifu prefecture since 16th century and it is distinguished by thick white glazes, red marks and the surface of small holes.

Size
2.925in. (7.5cm.) high;
5.07in. (13cm.) diameter;
405g weight.

Condition
There are chips and cracks due to age. The bowl doesn't leak and can be used as tea ...

Edo Period (1603-1868) Antique Shino Ware Chawan (Tea Bowl)

Shino pottery is produced in today's Gifu prefecture since 16th century and it is distinguished by thick white glazes, red marks and the surface of small holes.

Size
3.3in. (8.4cm.) high;
5.1in. (13cm.) diameter;
440g weight.

Condition There are repairs and cracks due to age. The bowl doesn't leak and can be used for tea ceremony.
Please see the photos for details.

Edo Period (1603-1868) Hagi ware Chawan (Tea Bowl) for Tea Ceremony

Hagi pottery became popular throughout Japan for tea ceremony during Edo period (1603-1868). Hagi ware has its distinctive nice cracks together with soft texture which is highly prized among tea lovers around the world.

Size
Width 4.1in (10.5cm);
Height 2.85in (7.3cm);
Weight 495g.

Condition
Good.
No chips, no cracks.
Supplied with wooden box.

Beautiful Edo Period (1603-1868) Iga Tea bowl

Natural ash glazed Iga Pottery is traditionally produced in former Iga Province, the birthplace of ninja, in central Japan dating back to 7th century and it generally reflects wabi-sabi aesthetics with its unique rustic appearance.

Size
8cm high;
13cm width;

Condition
There are with few cracks. Please see the photos for reference.
Supplied with old box which says Iga Chawan

Late Edo Period (1603-1868) Iga Tetsuki Kashiki (手付 菓子器) dish with ash glazing.

It looks like the dish was produced with inborn kiln crack and generously repaired with kintsugi soon after that and it creates a truly unique appearance.
Kashiki is a dish for sweets used for Japanese tea ceremony.


Natural ash glazed Iga Pottery is traditionally produced in former Iga Province, the birthplace of ninja, in central Japan dating back to 7th century and it general...

Very rare Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese Antique Hohin Teapot for Sencha/Gyokuro with wonderful Wabi Sabi atmosphere Size Length 10.5cm Width 8.5cm Height 6cm Weight 190g Condition Overall good There are minor chips and lack of glaze Please see the photos for reference

Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese Red Raku Teabowl (Chawan) for tea ceremony.

Raku pottery is traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremony since as early as the 16th century.

Size
2.34in. (6cm.) high;
5.07in. (13cm.) diameter;
365g weight.

Condition
There are old repairs at the rim with gold and red lacquer. Please see the photos for details. No cracks.

Magnificent Ki Seto Water Jar made in the Mid to Late Edo period
Supplied with the old wooden lid.


Size
Height 16cm
Width 17cm
Weight 800g


Condition
Good considering the age.
There are minor cracks but it is no problem to use.

Ki Seto ware, also known as Yellow Seto ware, is a type of Japanese pottery that originated in the Seto region during the medieval period. It is characterized by its distinct yellow glaze, which gives ...

Very Rare Edo Period (1603-1868) Ki-Seto Tokkuri Sake Bottle.

Seto pottery, dated as early as the 13th century, produced around Seto city in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
It is also considered as one of the Six Ancient Kilns of Japan.

Size
Diamter 10cm
Height 16cm
Weight 470g

Condition
Good, used.
No chips, no cracks.

Edo Period (1603-1868) Kiyomizu Ware Bowl with Gold Repair Kintsugi

Kyo/Kiyomizu Ware has several centuries of history with over 300 kilns located around Kyoto, Japan.
The history of Kiyomizu pottery goes back to the Momoyama period (1568-1600).

Size
2in. (5.2cm.) high;
4.8in. (12.3cm.) diameter;
7.05oz. (200g.) weight.

Condition
Good considering the age.
There is old gold repair kintsugi on the side and small chips at the bottom.