1950's Shinto Shrine bronze dragon water spout. Used outside the shrine to purify hands and mouth before entering. H:35cm x W:25cm x Depth:25cm Ask for shipping quote from CA

An antique Japanese bronze turtle sculpture, okimono, from the Meiji period (1868–1912). The sculpture has exquisite naturalistic details in the shell, skin texturing, eye and feet. Eyes are inlayed with gold. The piece is presented on a separate piece of dark, aged wood, which is a display base. The base of the turtle bears a chiseled artist's signature, or kakihan, that maybe translates to "Meishin" (美心). Turtle 3.5 ” x 2” (9 x 5 sm).

A bronze okimono depicting a young samurai with his katana drawn, held with both hands above his head in an attacking stance, signed Yoshimitsu. The intense gaze and posture capture the tension of a warrior in the moment before the strike. The figure rests on a carved and openwork wooden base. Signature on the back of the robes. Period: Meiji, late 19th century. Dimensions: 37 × 20 × 17 cm. Condition: Excellent.

Ca. 1950 bronze 'Hotei' by master bronze craftsman, signed 'Masayoshi. Excellent condition. Great expression. 15" deep x 10" wide x 8" tall. Ask for shipping quote.

This bronze sculpture representsa 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 use of incense was introduced to Japan at the same time as Buddhism...

Pair of 1900's Japanese Bronze Mixed Metal Dove Okimono

One is 6.9 inches (17.5 cm) tall by 7 inches (18 cm) wide. The other one is 5.3 inches (13.5 cm) tall by 8.3 inches (21 cm) wide. Total weight is 9.8 Lb.

They are tarnished and have oxidation, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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THREE GRACES

Bronze relief sculpture titled Three Graces by Kazuo Kikuchi, a prominent Japanese sculptor. Dated 1960. Approx. H 15 × W 14 × D 2 cm (5.9 × 5.5 × 0.8 in)...

NUDE GOLFER 1971

Bronze sculpture by Kisaburo Matsuda (1917-1996), 1971, Japan, Total with marble pedestal: H 50.5 x 21.7 x 19 cm (19.88 x 8.54 x 7.48in). Aged deterioration as is. *Club and pedestal are removable...

Graceful Bronze Deer Bust Sculpture

A striking bronze bust of a deer with elegantly elongated antlers. The stylized form captures both the grace and quiet strength of the animal, blending natural beauty with sculptural minimalism. Mounted on a square base, it makes a powerful statement as a decorative centerpiece or art collectible.

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Rare bronze mythical turtle koro or incense burner from the early Meiji Period Ca. 1880. In the form of one of Japan's most famous legends is this mythological giant turtle known as the 'Minogame' or straw raincoat turtle due to the tail resembling a farmers straw coat. The Minogame is regarded as a very auspicious creature in Japan representing long life and good fortune. Sitting on its back is a nest of bronze waves holding a Hoju sacred gem koro or incense burner...

An antique Japanese bronze cloisonne male Fu Dog lying on its back and balancing a sphere while its playful pup tries to keep its balance. The Fu Dog is a protector of the Buddhist faith and the male is responsible for protecting the earth symbolized by the sphere. Beautiful casting and artist rendition.

Age: Meiji Era (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 10" Long by 11 1/2" High by 4 5/8" Wide.

Two cicadas in bronze facing each other on a bamboo segment, one is an adult while the other is at the nymph phase. Three foundry stamps, one underneath and one alongside each insect.Cicadas have a very prominent role in Japanese folklore, it symbolizes the arrival of hot summer days. Its song became an emblematic sound marker of hot weather. By its sole presence cicadas emphasize not only the heat of the day but also the briefness of nature, representing an intense but ephemera life cycle...

A smallbronze sculpture of a frog emerging froma huge lotus leaf, a small but detailed beetle on the other side of the leaf.The frog (kaeru) is associated with luck and wealth. In feudal Japan, tax collectors could be recognized by the frog-shaped netsuke theywore on their belts. Kaerumeans both "frog" and "coming home" in Japanese. This extension of meaning is due to the frog's ability to return each year to the pond where it was born...

Bronze sculpture representing a group of genoderma mushrooms developing on the long stem of a Ginseng root that is standing on two kakis...

Bronze Jisai Okimono sculpture of a praying mantis, partially articulated, deep brown patina. Both front legs and head are fixed in a rather realistic posture while the four other legs and the wing are movable. The praying mantis is a gracile but ferocious animal, since the Edo period it fascinated the ruling class of the feudal Japan, both a symbol of power and temperance...

Small sculpture depicting a toad standing on a stone. The stone received a green coat of paint with touches of white, giving it an aspect close to nephrite jade. The toad also presents traces of green paint...

Japanese bronze animal rat holding a chestnut with artist sign.

Age: Japan, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Size: Length 14.4 C.M. / Width 9 C.M. / Height 10.3 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.

Antique Japanese bronze pig seal. Original patina, charming pig with floppy ears and curly tail. Underside of the seal, traces of the original pigment.

Age: Mid 1800's

dimensions: 2 1/4" 1 1/4" x 1 1/2"