SHUNGA DOLL

Hakata clay doll, Fukuoka, Japan. Showa-Heisei period. 11.5 x 9 x H 11 cm (4.52 x 3.54 x 4.33 in)...

Exquisite Samurai Katana Stand with Makie Lacquer – Late Edo Period, 19th Century

A refined and elegant sword stand (katana kake) from the late Edo period, crafted with meticulous makie lacquer work. The shimmering black lacquer surface is adorned with detailed gold and silver makie depicting seasonal grasses, bellflowers, bush clover, and nanten berries—classic autumn motifs that evoke Japanese aesthetics and natural harmony...

Kozuka of exceptional quality; on a hammered Shibuichi background with a light, discreet amati, the artist has chiseled a scene representing a Chinese child feeding a crane, the details are inlaid in relief with precious metals, gold, silver, shakudo and sentoku. On the reverse are incised 6 Chinese characters...

The mount is made of iron chiseled with dragons among clouds, the details are in nunome zogan (damascened). It should be noted that the gold layer used is very thick, which is unusual. The overall quality is beautiful. The blade is heavy, 31mm wide and very thick, 8mm near the tip. It is deeply oxidized, scratched in places, but has not been repolished and retains its temper line. The fuse is signed on both sides...

A finely curated group of six antique Japanese tsuba (sword guards), each forged in iron and showcasing a range of traditional openwork (sukashi) and motif-driven designs. These hand guards reflect the refined artistry and symbolism of the samurai class during the Edo Period...

Original Japanese hand forged iron jingasa (war hat) in momonari style, translating to a peach-shaped war hat. The momonari jingasa as well as kabuto (helmet) were good at bufferinf the effect against direct attacks from weapons.

Age: Edo period 1603 - 1868

Dimensions: 12" wide x 13" long x 5 7/8" high

Samurai Somen (Japanese full iron face mas) A fantastic metal art form with the whole surface has developed into a deep russet iron finish. The metal has been carefully and masterfully worked to create wrinkles in the forehead, nose and cheeks. There are rope shaped eyebrows and fierce looking eyes. The mask is made up of five forged pieces that are riveted together...

Spectacular Samurai Stirrups

These exquisite samurai stirrups showcase Japanese craftsmanship and military history. Made of iron with silver and brass inlay, they feature a lacquered wood interior and remain in excellent condition despite their age. Designed for stability in battle, they were both functional and a status symbol among samurai...

Antique red lacquered cinnibar sword stand, traditionally used for displaying a katana. The surface is adorned with intricate carved cinnabar lacquer patterns, featuring swirling cloud motifs on the base and finely etched geometric patterns along the upright support. Some losses to the lacquer, overall in stable condition.

Age: Edo period 1603 - 1868

Dimensions: 27" high x 9" x 12"

Antique Japanese samurai horagai, conch shell trumpet made from the shell of Charonai Tritonis and outfitted with a wooden mouthpiece. Horagai were used by samurai during war times to communicate location to each other over mountain terrain. They are also closely associated with Yamabushi, warrior monks of the Shugendo tradition. The Japanese conch shell horagai is special in that it can produce a range of 3 to 5 different notes...

This unusual me-no-shita type (half face, literally “under the eyes”) samurai mask features a fine hammered surface that is embossed to create lengthy, deep, and sharp wrinkles across the entire face. The nose is rather large, and the chin has a very rare natural split indicating samurai had this as well as is indication menpo made by Myōchin armorers.

Age: Edo period 18th Century

Dimensions: 7" wide 9" long

Rare antique Japanese folded panel iron jingasa samurai hat. Featuring a overlapping and rivit folded panel construction, giving it a distinct ridged appearance. Has a striking silhouette of what could be mount Fuji.
The segmented design reinforces the structure while keeping the helmet lightweight for mobility...

This contemporary Japanese samurai-style tatami dou (folding cuirass) vest is crafted using traditional lacing techniques and materials reminiscent of historical samurai armor. The exterior is composed of rows of tightly woven cords in an alternating black and white pattern, secured with intricate silk lacing...

An unusual thick leather hide samurai jingasa hat. Stunning original textured finish, complete with copper hardware. Inside is lacquered dark original red tones. Some losses, overall very good condition.
Jingasa were worn by samurai and ashigaru (foot soldiers) as lightweight protective headgear, serving both practical and symbolic purposes in battle.

Age: Edo period 1603 - 1868 Circa 18th Century

Dimensions: 14 3/4" diameter

This Edo-period Japanese samurai jingasa (陣笠) features a lacquered surface with a textured crackled finish, designed for durability and resistance to the elements...

An unusual antique Japanese kawari kabuto samurai helmet. Elaborate zunari style helmet with dark burgundy lacquer over iron plates. Very rare and distinctive feather like shape as each five individual feather shaped sections flow back in a symmetrical fashion.
The shikoro (neck guard) consists of multiple lacquered iron plates, laced with dark fabric, designed to provide protection while allowing flexibility. Some losses to the lacquer, consistent with age...

Antique Japanese tantō blade and ornately carved bone saya for a member of the samurai class. The saya case and tantō handle show a dynamic scene of nine children all sporting fans while two finely dressed women try to keep them in line. Also pictured are two smiling scholars, one holding his own larger fan while the other observes the fray with from the safety of the window.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

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

Antique Japanese vertical katana long sword stand. Hand carved phoenix central on base, a symbol of renewal and immortality in Japanese culture, set against a background of delicately rendered flowering peonies. Carved of lacquer over wood.

Edo period 1603 - 1868

Dimensions: 24" high x 10 1/2" deep x 7 1/2" wide