Japanese large burl wood scholar brush pot.

Age: Japan, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 46.5 C.M. / Width 29.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.

COMPOTE BY YOSHIO MOCHIZUKI

Designed by Yoshio Mochizuki (1932–2019), an industrial designer celebrated for bringing Japanese folk craft into modern daily life in Aomori Prefecture. Crafted in 1969 as a commemorative gift for the opening of a newspaper company in Aomori. Formed using a distinctive technique in which beech wood strips are spirally wound and shaped. Approx. Ø 30.5 cm × H 10.9 cm (12 × 4.3 in)...

SIX JIZO

Set of six hand-carved wooden Jizō (Roku-Jizō) statues, each with a distinct facial expression. In Buddhist tradition they represent the guardians of the six realms of existence, offering guidance and salvation to all beings. Shōwa period, Japan, 20th century. Each approx. H 16 × W 4 × D 2 cm (6.3 × 1.6 × 0.8 in). The delicate wire halos behind their heads and the finely crafted metal staffs add a subtle elegance...

GOLDEN FAMILY CRESTS

Set of 15 wooden family crest emblems (kamon), Japan, Shōwa period, 20th century. Crafted in three sizes: small (diam. 6 × H 0.5 cm / 2.4 × 0.2 in), medium (diam. 10 × H 1 cm / 3.9 × 0.4 in), and large (diam. 13.5 × H 1 cm / 5.3 × 0.4 in). Each features a principal crest motif in gold. No chips but some rubbing and wear to the gilt surfaces...

FLAMING HALO

A wooden decorative halo (kōhai) designed to be placed behind a Buddhist statue of Fudō Myōō, featuring flames that symbolize the sacred fire which burns away human desires and passions. Circa 1930s, Japan. H 80 × W 22 × D 3 cm (31.5 × 8.7 × 1.2 in). Condition as shown in the photos...

FADED WOMAN MASK

A worn, aesthetically faded Noh wood carving mask of the 'Wakaonna' type, depicting a young female character. Showa period, 20th century, Japan. Approx...

Hand-carved Japanese wooden bear (higuma), shown standing with a salmon firmly clasped in its mouth. The bear is carved in the robust and dynamic style associated with the indigenous Ainu people of Hokkaidō, who developed this art form in the late 19th and early 20th centuries...

GYOBAN

A wooden fish-shaped temple board called a Gyoban, used primarily in Japanese zen temples to announce the time or call monks to assemble. Circa 1950s. 60 × 18 × 6 cm (23.6 × 7.1 × 2.4 in). The fish’s eyes remain open even while sleeping, serving as a reminder to monks to practice diligently day and night without rest...

12 BODHISATTVAS

A row of twelve Japanese wooden Buddhist figurines depicting Shō Kannon Bosatsu (Avalokiteśvara), mounted on a wooden plate. Hand-carved in November–December 1966. Approx. 37 × 10.5 × 3 cm (14.6 × 4.1 × 1.2 in)...

Antique Japanese Lacquered Shishi-gashira Lion Mask – Edo to Meiji Period

A finely crafted traditional Japanese Shishi-gashira (lion head), used in ceremonial dances such as the Shishimai lion dance, a performing art believed to ward off evil and bring good fortune.

Period: Edo–Meiji period, 19th century
Dimensions: 24 x 15 x H10 cm (9.4 x 5.9 x H3.9 in)
Weight: 450g (1lb)

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Lovely Meiji Period Ca. 1900 zen buddhist cypress wood caving of Amida Nyorai Buddha. Sits on an elegant gold gilt stand with lacquered zelkova wood top. Buddha: 11" high x 6"wide; with stand: 15" high x 9" wide. Very good condition. Ask for shipping quote.

UNRULY HORSE

Wood carving of a man overpowered by a wild horse. Showa period, 20th century, Japan. 70 × 41 × 3 cm (27.55 × 16.14 × 1.18 in)...

Japanese signed Wakaonna Mask depicting a young woman

An exquisite Japanese Noh mask depicting Wakaonna (young woman), a classical character used to represent noble and graceful female roles in Noh theater. Carved from wood and delicately painted, the mask exudes serenity, youth, and elegance with subtle expressions that shift with lighting and angle. The red lips and blackened teeth (ohaguro) reflect courtly customs of the Heian and Muromachi periods.

Early-Mid 20 th ce...

Japanese Noh Mask depicting Yoroboshi character

Japanese signed Noh Mask depicting ”Yoroboshi” character, who was disowned by his father, became blind with grief and tragically,
"It's full of sorrow in the heart while leaving a sense of innocence. Includes original signed box.

Early-Mid 20 th century
Size: 5.5 x 8.3 x2.8 inch ( 13.5 x21.5 x 7.5 cm )
Weight: 0.4 lb ( 150 g) Included original wooden box 750g (1.6lb)
Material: wood w...

Fierce Japanese Wooden Kagura Mask of a Wrathful Deity – Edo to Meiji Period

A powerful and expressive Japanese wooden mask, likely representing a wrathful deity or warrior spirit from a regional Kagura performance. The exaggerated facial features—furrowed brow, flared nostrils, downturned lips—and the triple crest on the forehead suggest a divine or supernatural character such as a protector deity or martial spirit.
The mask shows substantial age and wear from actual use, ...

Original Edo Japanese carved ranma panel, depicting a graceful crane soaring through stylized swirling clouds. This finely carved architectural element would have originally been placed above sliding doors or between rooms in a traditional Japanese home or temple, allowing light and air to pass while maintaining visual elegance.
The crane (tsuru) is one of the most revered symbols in Japanese culture—representing longevity, fidelity, and spiritual transcendence. Its depiction in flight ...

Hand carved antique Japanese wooden transom panel (ranma) depicting a powerful ascending dragon (ryū) coiled among swirling clouds. Executed in deep relief, the dragon is rendered with detailed scales, flowing whiskers, and expressive features—symbolizing strength, protection, and rain-bringing power in Japanese tradition. Transoms like this were traditionally mounted above sliding doors in temples or elite residences, allowing for airflow while adding spiritual and decorative value to the...

TOWN GIRL

Wood carving with slight smiling. Circa 1950s, Japan. H 12 x 17 x 18 cm (4.72 x 6.69 x 7.08in).


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