An elegant egg-like sake cup on a dimpled Zabuton pillow of raw pierced porcelain clay by the stylish Kato Yoshiyasu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled To-mon Hai Ozabu. The cup is 5 cm (2 inches) diameter, the pillow is 8.6 cm (3-1/2 inches) diameter and both are in perfect condition, directly from the artist...

Pigeons decorate the sides of this large baluster form vase by important pioneering female artist Suwa Sozan II enclosed in the original signed double wood box titled Seiji Hatomon Hanaire. It is 30.5 cm (12 inches) tall, 24.5 cm (10 inches) diameter and in excellent condition.
Suwa Sozan (1852-1922) was born in Kutani country, present day Ishikawa prefecture, where he initially studied before moving to Tokyo in 1875...

An exquisite boxed set of ten Nabeshima plates hand decorated with blossoming trees in red, pink, green and underglaze blue with a steep cheek curving up to the rim on a typically elevated footring dating from the later 19th century. They come in an age darkened custom made Kiri-wood storage box, each in its own compartment, titled Nabeshima Chu-zara Jukyaku (10 midsized Nabeshima Dishes). A paper label later applied in handwritten English reads 10 nabeshima plates, Stubaki (sic) Camelia...

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

A sheer white porcelain sphere like some coral exoskeleton found dried on the beach pierced with a cylindrical vase for a single flower by Kato Yoshiyasu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Skeletal Work Vase. It is 13 cm (5-1/2 inches) diameter, 19.5 cm (8 inches) tall and in excellent condition, directly from the artist this year...

1900's Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Meizan from Yabu Meizan's workshop

It is 4.9 inches (12.5 cm) tall by 2.4 inches (6 cm) wide. It is 0.3 Lb.

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

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An early kakiemon dish with Tatsutugawa river design. Scalloped rim and bold overglaze polychrome enamels of waves and autumn leaves against a soft celadon (Seiji) ground. A classic motif with excellent color and vibrancy. Waves and rock outcroppings in bold blues and greens with a striking use of red Momiji amongst the other leaves in softer blues and greens. A fine example of early Seiji Kakiemon.

17th Century (1660-1680)
14.7 x 2.7cm

Important in terms of hospitality, the tabako bon or tray for the various implements used in smoking Kizami (traditional shredded tobacco). These include namely the hi-ire, a ceramic container for holding a small, lit charcoal; the small-bowled long-stemmed pipes called Kizeru; and a small container for the tobacco itself...

Small porcelain dish decorated with enameled flowers in the beautiful Kakiemon colors. The designs are meticulously traced, and the firing was perfect. Good condition. Of the finest quality. Japanese Kakiemon kilns, late 17th century. Diameter:14 cm.

Jar-shaped vase decorated with a landscape in underglaze cobalt blue. Arita kiln, Japan, circa 1660-1680. Good condition, one chip on the neck (circled in the photo). Height: 21 cm

A very rare representation of a Japanese nobleman in a kimono. The statuette is made of porcelain, probably cast, decorated with Imari-style enamels. Japan, Arita kiln, late 17th or early 18th century. Very good condition, beautifully fired. A small chip at the end of each shoulder piece, visible in photos. Height: 23 cm

Set of Six Japanese Arita Bowls, Thistles. Circa 1780~1820.

A set if six Arita bowls decorated with drawings of thistles. Seems to be an unusual subject in Arita ceramics especially considering the style of depiction. Late 18th early 19th century.

Hand-thrown so slight differences in diameter but all approximately 15cm. All perfect. One, shown in pictures, has a kiln fault on the surface in the form of a slim line...

An incredible early Shino Mizusashi enclosed in a lozenge shaped red lacquered wooden storage box in turn enclosed in an outer heavy storage box showing the value placed upon it. The vessel is created in a lightning shape, with abstract incense clock designs and fern fronds in iron under the thin feldspathic glaze. It features a black lacquered wooden lid. The water storage vessel is 20 x 15 x 18 cm (8 x 6 x 7 inches) and is in excellent condition...

1900's Chinese/Japanese Peachbloom Gilt Painted Porcelain Vase

It is 6.4 inches (16.2 cm) tall by 4.9 inches (12.5 cm) wide. It is 1.5 lb.

It has dark spots, glaze crazing, rubbing of gold, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Japanese antique porcelain Hirado ware figure of a puppy. Charming expression and details. Wearing a flowered collar tied with a bow.
Hirado ware was first developed in the village of Mikawachi located in the area of Kyushu which was, along with neighboring islands, controlled by the Hirado daimyo. Initially Hirado ware was made exclusively for the daimyo's use. Later, Hirado ware found it's way west through Japan's trade with the Dutch East Indian Company...

A Japanese incense burner (koro) in Satsuma ceramic, in the Gosu blue style, decorated with a rich composition of chrysanthemums in full bloom. The flowers are painted using enamels in shades of red, blue, and green, enriched with gold details, in typical Gosu style. The lid is made of finely pierced and chiseled silver. Period: Edo, 19th century Dimensions: 8.7 × 12.6 cm Condition: Excellent condition

An ancient tenmoku bowl from China long treasured in Japan dating from the 13th to 15th century. It is 12.3 cm (5 inches) diameter, 7 cm (just less than 3 inches) tall in a beautiful imported cloth pouch enclosed in an old Kiri-wood box.
Chinese tenmoku tea bowls (known as tenmoku chawan in Japanese) hold a significant place in classical Japanese tea culture...

This small, simple bowl, at first glance, is of very high quality. The central decoration of a bird, rock, and flowers is carefully drawn. On the reverse, the scrolls depicted are typical of the Kakiemon style, while the combed decoration on the edge of the foot is in the Nabeshima style. Note the beautiful regularity of the comb teeth. It is difficult to attribute this small dish with absolute certainty, but the quality would suggest it was made by the Kakiemon kilns, although the Arita kilns s...