Uzushio – Copper Vase by Takahashi Shigehiro III Teruo

"Uzushio" (Whirlpool) is a handcrafted copper vase by Takahashi Shigehiro III Teruo, a master metal artisan from Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan, where the traditional craft of Tsuiki Douki has been passed down since 1894. Using the Tsuiki technique, in which a single sheet of copper is meticulously hammered into form, the artist expresses the powerful energy and graceful flow of natural whirlpools...

A bronze okimono depicting a majestic elephant running, with its trunk raised. The surface has an extremely realistic texture, which enhances its depth and dynamism. Signed under the base. Period: Meiji late 19th century. Dimensions: 44 x 55 x 18 cm. Condition: Excellent.

Antique Buddhist Keman – Intricate Gilt Copper Hanging Ornament

This exquisite Buddhist keman is a traditional hanging ornament used in temples to adorn altars and sacred spaces. Crafted from gilt copper, it features an intricate openwork design of blooming flowers and stylized foliage, symbolizing purity and enlightenment...

Mythical fu-dog Chinese bronze censor...

Japanese Art Deco hand forged bronze flower vase usabata, crafted with a stylized floral form. The wide, gently contoured petals extend outward from a central concave basin, designed to hold water for flower arrangements. The cylindrical stem is adorned with orb-like protrusions, adding a sculptural element that reflects the streamlined, modern aesthetic of the Art Deco period.
Traditionall used in ikebana Japanese flower arranging.

Age: Art Deco C...

Large Japanese antique bronze censer with ornate details. On the lid stands an oni (yōkai) carrying a Buddhist bell on his back. The body of the censer has a dragon with feathered wings flying through a sky with swirling clouds. The tripod legs are in the form of Ho-oh birds and the handles are ornately shaped. The round base has a medallion depicting an ancient turtle in waves. The entire surface of the censer is decorated with detailed archaic motifs...

1900's Japanese Japanese Bronze Oxen Okimono Marked"一光"

It is 5.07 inches (12.9 cm) tall by 7.2 inches (18.3 cm) wide. It is 2.8 Lb.

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

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19th Century Japanese Bronze Long-Handled Choshi

This is an exquisite Japanese bronze long-handled choshi from the 19th century (Edo-Meiji period), used in traditional ceremonies. This choshi is a rare and remarkable piece of Japanese craftsmanship.
The imperial chrysanthemum crest beautifully adorns the surface, symbolizing prestige and tradition...

1930's Japanese Mixed Metal Vase with River and Mountain Scene Marked Nogawa

It is 12.9 inches (32.8 cm) tall by 4.7 inches (12 cm) wide. It is 5.1 Lb.

It has red paints on the side, small dents, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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This bronze sculpture represents a royal eagle standing on top of a tree stump. Its body and the stump were realized separately and mounted, the transition being right above the talon of the bird of prey. Both are made with hollow wax casting and decorated with incisions to precise the plumage of the eagle or the growth circles of the tree. A small hatch is cut at the top of the eagle’s back to serve as an incense burner. The eagle is considered the king of birds...

Antique Japanese bronze usubata, container for ikebana flower arrangements. The upper vase section has a wide, round rim decorated with a diamond-lozenge shaped pattern similar to the the hishi mon of the Takeda family. The body of the container is ringed with raised bands and tapers to a narrow stem which sits into a stand held up by three arching feet with waves.

Taisho Period (1912-1926)

Dimensions: 8 3/4" high x 11 3/4" wide

Antique Japanese small bronze usubata, container for ikebana flower arrangements. The upper vase section has a wide, round rim and sits into a stand held up by three dragons. The rim of the upper section and the the rim of the base are decorated with matching key fret motifs. The bottom of the upper section is has a 4 character mark, 渡雲斎鋳 Cast by Tounsai.
Tounsai is an artist name used by Murata Toun...

Antique Japanese usabata bronze flower vessel traditionally used in ikebana (flower arranging). The wide, shallow basin allows for large, naturalistic arrangements, often used in temple or tea ceremony settings.
The exterior features a detailed bronze woven basket-like relief pattern with raised bamboo leaf motifs, symbolizing strength and flexibility in Japanese culture. Resting atop four short bamboo stock feet, elevating it for stability and aesthetic balance...

Elegant Deer Bronze Sculpture by a well known metal artist Nose Hakuro

A refined bronze sculpture by Hakuro Nose (能勢白朗).
This artwork features a sleek and elegant black deer, characterized by smooth contours and graceful curves. It is both simple and striking, making it a perfect fit for modern and classic interiors alike...

A globular cloisonné vase, characterized by a refined black background that enhances the rich all-round decoration with two dragons looking at each other. Period: Meiji, late 19th century. Dimensions: 14.5 x 11 cm. Condition: Excellent.

1900's Japanese Bronze Miniature Articulated Crab

It is 0.87 inch (2.2 cm) tall by 3.9 inches (10 cm) wide. It is 59.9 gram.

It is tarnished and has oxidation, casting cracks, surface wears (as seen in the photos).

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Japanese Deco era bronze vase with handles. Six sides with tapered foot and rim and convex middle. Either side of the vase is outfitted with stylized handles reminiscent of archaic Chinese masks with rings. The bronze surface has been treated with a mottled reddish patina.

Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)

Dimensions: 11 3/4" high x 6 1/2" wide

A bronze okimono depicting a turtle in motion, a rare and fascinating subject for its uniqueness. Signed Yoshinobu under the belly, inside an oval reserve. Period: Meiji late 19th century. Dimensions: 3.5 x 9.6 x 5.5 cm. Condition: Excellent. The nail of the right paw is slightly chipped