Small round hare in bronze with dark brown patina, standing on its four legs. In Japanese, the hare and the rabbit are referred to by a single word: usagi. The animal is one of the twelve animals of the zodiac in Sino-Japanese astrology. It also plays a role in many folk tales and legends. A symbol of longevity, it is supposed to reach a fabulous age and turn blue at five hundred years

Copper container, silver and bronze details. Ho-Ho (phoenix) decoration of plants and flowers, remarkable embossed work. It is rare to find this exceptional quality. The container has an openwork lid allowing the evacuation of fumes, a larger hole at the front allowed fuel or incense to be added without lifting the lid. The handle is thin and very cut out which prevents overheating...

A pair of Zen temple Ca. 1935 brass flower vases. Mythical 'baku' elephant handles, detachable. Great condition. H:8" x W:5". Ask for shipping quote.

Japanese Bronze Vase. Buddha is seen walking on a path with his walking stick over shoulder supporting his Carrying satchel.

Age: Late Meiji period (1868 - 1912)

Dimensions: 9" wide x 12" high

A life size Japanese bronze sculpture of a crab with pincers raised into the air. Original patina consistent with age.

Age: Circa 1920's

Dimensions: 11" x 8" x 6" high

Patinated bronze vase, characterized by a refined naturalistic decoration with a lizard sculpted in relief in the center. The lizard is placed on leaves overlapping each other creating a fantastic three-dimensionality. Signature engraved under the base. Period: Meiji late 19th century Dimensions: 38 x 18 cm. Weight: 3 kg. Condition: Excellent. There is slight wear of the patina, and a slight dent visible only with attention. The rim of the vase is slightly deformed.

A Fabulous Bronze Serving Vessel with Rams-head handle lined with silver by Living National Treasure Katori Masahiko enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Hitsuji-mimi Hissen. It is 19.5 x 14 x 7.5 cm (8 x 5-1/2 x 3 inches) and in overall excellent condition, signed on the base Masahiko.
Katori Masahiko (1899-1988) was born into the family of prominent Bronze Artist Katori Hozuma in Chiba...

Antique Japanese Cloisonne persimmon bloom vase with silver rim and base. Signed silver. Warm yellow monochrome cream yellow base with gnarled brown old persimmon tree late in season with ripe rich orange persimmons, many of which are are eaten by worms. Lip and base in stamped silver.
Excellent original condition. Comes with original signed box...

An early Meiji period Japanese bronze fudog and ball. The playful fu-dog stands with mouth open in a dynamic pose with back feet on the ground and front paws on the ball. The ball is made of open work bronze with a design of peonies and scrolling vines. Well cast with fine details down to the claws of the fu dog.

They are protective totems for the space, after all...

1900's Japanese Solid Silver Mixed Metal Sword Menuki Shakudo Bracelet with Samurai Marked "Silver"

It is 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) in inner circumference by 1.65 inches (5.6 cm) in inner diameter and 0.57 inch (1.45 cm) wide. It is 66.1 gram.

It is tarnished and has minor rubbing of gilding, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Antique Japanese bronze vase inlaid with silver in a design of wild flowers, flowering vines and peonies being visited by butterflies and dragonflies. Baluster form with arching handles joined to the neck of the vase with animal heads.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

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

Japanese antique okimono of an ancient turtle. Made of silver and signed Ryobundosei.
The turtle is the subject of many beliefs and tales in Japanese culture. One of the most famous is the Tale of Urashima Taro, the fisherman who saved a turtle from the torment of some young children on the beach. The turtle disappeared into the sea but returned to thank Taro and offer him a ride to the Ryugu-jo, the Palace of the Dragon King...

Antique Japanese extra large Buddhist temple bell (bonsho) with relief details of apsara (celestial beings). The large handle is in the traditional form of dragon heads and upper protrusions called Chi or Nyu improves the resonance of the sound when struck. In large writing is the phrase Namu Amida Butsu (“I take refuge in Amitābha Buddha”) 南无阿弥陀佛...

A vintage Japanese iron garden lantern with six sided roof and Hoju finial. Mounted to a natural looking tree trunk with roots extended for feet and a decorative lucky gourd shaped cutout in the trunk. It is wired for evening light.

Age: Mid century

Dimensions: 12" Wide by 32" High by 11" Deep

1920's Japanese Iron Mixed Metal Miniature Fan Shaped Box

It is 0.75 inch (1.9 cm) tall by 2.67 inches (6.8 cm) wide. It is 75.4 gram.

It is tarnished and has rust rubbing golds, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Small Japanese bronze traveling censer with loop hold. Hinged lid. Complete and original.

Age: 1920's

Dimensions: 1 3/4" wide x 1" high

Japanese Silver Gold Samurai Helmet Imperial Presentation Bonbonniere Box Signed Miyamoto Shoko

It is 1.96 inches (5 cm) tall by 2.55 inches (6.5 cm) wide. It is 103.6 gram.

It is tarnished and has missing bead and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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A vintage Japanese iron lantern depicting an outdoor teahouse. Spring loaded door and built-in votive candle holder.

Age: Mid Century

Dimensions: 8 1/4" Square by 9 1/4" High excluding hanging loop.