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A powerfully sculpted vase with a large, diamond shape opening on an ovoid body, decorated with geometric pattern in deep green and transparent glaze. Enclosed in original inscribed and signed box. H 19 cm. From the middle of the Showa period. Good condition. ****** Kawai Hirotsugu (1919-1993), in 1946 he married Ryo Kawai, Kawai Kanjiro’s only daughert, and was than adopted by Kanjiro as his son and heir.

A large, heavy-thrown vase of Shigaraki ware in the characteristic raw-fired and brow mottled chamotte clay. It has been covered with splashes of running whitish and dark grey glaze, with drops and encrusted cinders to finish it off. On one side the lip and shoulder have been compressed to leave a rustic and highly attractive impression for the viewer. Signed on the bottom with an impressed seal and two, deep parallel lines which indicate the maker’s mark. Japan, Showa, 1926-1989. H 24 cm...

1930's Japanese Sumida Gawa Damo Statue Signed Inoue Ryosai

It is 9.25 inches (23.5 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide. It is 1.6 Lb.

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

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“I want to build things that express the passing of time”. Made of high-fired stoneware with a mottled, rough surface in tones of grey, “Modern Ruins” made by the new star of contemporary ceramic, the Japanese artist Takeuchi Kozo (b. 1977). It is part of his rustic, structural pieces emulating building-components in ancient civilisation ruins. ( He is inspired and captivated by the atmosphere, the charm the ruins of Chichen Itza in Mexico which he visited in during a trip in 2007)...

Like many pottery traditions in Japan, Karatsu takes its name from the city where it originated. As early as the 15th century, Korean potters heavily influenced the development of this form—helping to endow it with the earthy, simple, and natural qualities it is so appreciated for. This particular piece has minimalistic paintings in ferrous pigment and the distinction of a rare and interesting gold repair known as maki-e...

GREEN-GLAZED ANDON PLATE

Japanese ceramic andon-zara (lantern plate) with a vivid green glaze, early 20th century. Approx. 22.7 × 22.7 × H 1.2 cm (8.9 × 8.9 × 0.5 in). Small chip; otherwise age-appropriate wear...

LUCKY TEA KETTLE TANUKI

A unique and charming vintage pottery okimono of a tanuki (raccoon dog) emerging from a whimsical tea kettle. Shōwa period, 20th century, Japan. Approx. 35 × 32 × H 31 cm (13.8 × 12.6 × 12.2 in). References the Japanese folktale 'Bunbuku Chagama', in which a rescued tanuki transforms into a tea kettle and brings great fortune to its benefactor...

DOUBLE TANUKI JAR

Shigaraki stoneware jar featuring lovely faces of a couple of tanuki (raccoon dogs) in high relief. Showa period, 20th century, Japan. Approx. H 36 × D 30–32 cm (14.2 × 11.8–12.6 in)...

BLUE-AND-WHITE SWIRLING LARGE BOWL

Possibly a scarce example of old Hirashimizu ware from the Yamagata area (or at least a rare local mingei folk pottery bowl from elsewhere in the Tōhoku region, Japan), featuring unusual auspicious motifs of nejiri (swirling design) and shimenawa (Shintō ritual twisted-rope pattern). Early–mid 20th century. Approx. 31 × 12 cm (12.2 × 4.7 in)...

TORSO JAR

Shigaraki stoneware jar with its neck removed, Japan, 20th century. Approx. D 33 × H 30 cm (13 × 11.8 in)...

Crafted from locally sourced Bizen clay, this Edo period vase features an engraving of the jolly gift-giver, Hotei...

Large water jug for holding cold, fresh water for the tea ceremony, called mizusashi. Porcelaneous, fine stoneware of a gray color with an orange tinge at the unglazed center bottom covered in a celadon glaze with dark colored crackle.

On top of the celadon glaze a design is added in overglaze enamels of the Night Parade of 100 Demons. The cover is decorated with winged dragon exuding red and yellow flames.

The almost porcelain quality of the stoneware and the orange glow in the ungl...

TANUKI JAR

Unique vintage Shigaraki stoneware jar featuring three drunk tanuki (raccoon dogs) in “higher” relief than typical. Showa period, 20th century, Japan. Approx. H 35 × D 28–29 cm (13.7 × 11–11.4 in). Visible wear and damage consistent with age, as is.


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Japanese antique Bizen ware pottery figure of reclining Daruma. He props himself up on one hand while the other holds his signature fly whisk. Also known as Bodhidharma, the monk-founder of Zen Buddhism. Here, he is portrayed with his traditional intense expression seen in his downturned mouth and heavy eye brows over wide eyes. Daruma is a popular symbol of good fortune.
Bizen ware pottery is made of the reddish brown clay with high iron content that is found in the area around the vil...

Set of two hexagonal dishes made of cream-colored stoneware with slightly everting sides. The clay on the inside is lightly structured with a cloth impression. Each dish is decorated with three double-chrysanthemums in iron brown, covered in a clear glaze with very fine crackle, over which the typical green glaze of Oribe ware, mottled with a blue glaze.

Unsigned. Oribe ware, Seto region, Japan, 19th century

H 1.25 x W 5 x D 4.4 in.

Very good condition

Japanese antique raku ware chawan tea bowl. Light brown color with naturally pitted surface. Antique kintsugi gold lacquer repairs with raised kiri blossom.

Age: Edo Period (18th century)

Dimensions: 4 1/4″ high x 4 3/4″ wide

Provenance: From the personal collection of Frederic Cheever Torrey (1864-1935),partner of Vickery, Atkins & Torrey, interior design firm and art gallery founded in San Francisco in 1888.
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Japanese antique mizusashi ceramic water container for making tea. It has a square form with rounded edges and ribbed sides. With black, almost dark green and brown glaze and with splashes of yellow in dramatic drips. The lid is unusual in that it's made of jichimu, a valued Chinese hardwood.

Age: Meiji period (19th century)

Dimensions: 5 1/4" high (with lid) x 6 1/4" wide

Provenance: From the personal collection of Frederic Cheever Torrey (1864-1935), partner...