A very unusual dish in the shape of a wide grape leaf with a cluster of celadon grapes growing off an iron red vine by Miyagawa (Makuzu) Kozan enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 16.5 cm (6-1/2 inches) across in both directions, 6.5 cm (2-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition...

A set of 5 dishes in the shape of Tai (sea bream), a fish whose name is synonymous with celebration, dating from the fist half of the 20th century and enclosed in the original wooden box signed Ryokufu-gama. Each dish is 8.5 x 13.5 x 2.5 cm (3-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 1 inch) and all are in excellent condition.
Sea bream is not just a culinary ingredient but also a cultural symbol in Japan, embodying elegance, celebration, and respect for tradition...

A bun-shaped incense case by Teishitsu Gigei-in Suwa Sozan I enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Seiji Kogo decorated with a mythical Kirin. It is 6 cm (2-1/23 inches) diameter and in excellent condition. The box bears the Imperial artist seal.
Suwa Sozan I (1852-1922) was born in Kutani country, present day Ishikawa prefecture, where he initially studied before moving to Tokyo in 1875...

Two small dishes in striking crisp colors by celebrated female artist Tokuda Yasokichi IV, one enclosed in the original signed wooden box, the other in an artist mouinted signed frame. The unmounted dish is 15 cm (6 inches) diameter, the framed dish 11.5 cm (4-1/2 inches) diameter and both are in excellent condition.
Tokuda Junko (Yasokichi IV) was born the first child of future Living National Treasure Tokuda Masahiko in 1961...

The size of Mukozuke: 5 1/8” to 5 1/2” corner to corner x 2 3/4” High.
This is Japanese Bizen Yaki Mukozuke Set of 5 pcs by Renown Artist, Mori Togaku.
The style of Mukozuke bowl called Mentori (Chamfering) work.
The materials is Bizen yaki clay. It came in 5 pcs set with Tomobako(kiri wood)
by Togaku...

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An exquisite pottery form by Kawase Takeshi enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Hakuji Rinka-bachi. The fluted edge rises around a central garden filled with scrolling florals. It is 28 cm (11 inches) diameter, 11 cm (just over 4 inches) tall and in fine condition.
Kawase Takeshi (1953-2007) was born the second son of Kawase Chikushun II in Kanagawa prefecture. He began in the family kiln, eventually breaking off to establish his own kiln in 1986...

A classic early Tanabe Chikuunsai basket enclosed in the original signed wooden box signed with his early name. That this is signed Shochikusai indicates it was created before he took the family name in 1937. This square form of open vertical slats is a favorite of this artist. The basket is 10 x 17 x 33.5 cm (4 x 6-1/2 x 13 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Tanabe Chikuunsai II (1910-2000) was born in Osaka the son of Tanabe Chikuunsai I and trained under his father...

Jizo Bosatsu, protector of children, stands serene in gilded robes inside this gold lined Zushi dating from the mid-Edo period. In one hand he holds a Buddhist jewel, in the other his staff. The head and hands are covered in gold, the robes patterned with polychrome colors and applied gold designs. He has glass eyes and features a necklace of glass beads dangling from brass...

A wooden tray carved in the shape of a lotus leaf which seems to be almost as thin as the real thing, and amazing feat for the artist. It is 31 x 30 x 1 cm (roughly 12 inches diameter) and in excellent condition dating from the early 20th century and enclosed in a period wooden storage box titled Hasunoha-gata Kashibon.

A pair of very cool Tokkuri sake flasks with looping handles decorated in barber-pole fashion with a striking design of spiraling red on pale cream glaze. Each is signed on the base Seizan, and they come enclosed in a period wooden box titled Seizan-yaki Sake Tsubo. Each is roughly 5;.5 cm (2 inches) diameter, 12 cm (5 inches ) tall and both are in excellent condition.

1930's Japanese Imari Arita Studio Porcelain Vase Marked Genroku Tominaga 富永源六

It is 7.5 inches (19 cm) tall by 5.3 inches (13.5 cm) wide. It is 1.8 Lb.

It has skip glazes, glaze burst at the lip, glaze crazing at the bottom, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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1920's Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Plate with Samurai and Geisha Figures Signed Seikozan

It is 0.78 inch (2 cm) by 5.9 inches (15 cm). It is 0.7 Lb.

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

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In aikuchi mounting (without tsuba guard) in a lacquered sheath perfectly imitating the wood grain with deep carvings. On the handle of the scabbard is a centipede in relief and copper alloy as well as a bee and a grasshopper. It bears a signature in a cartouche,Shôzan. The blade, mumei, in hira zukuri presents the decoration (horimono), deeply chiseled, of a dragon with 3 claws chasing the sacred pearl. Total dimensions: 49 cm, blade 24 cm.

Banko polychrome enamelled terracotta teapot, representing on each side masks from the Japanese folklore. Handle in wicker work. On the spout, Hyottoko, a comical and childlike character. He is recognizable by the shape of his elongated mouth with two red dots (he blows fire with a bamboo pipe), his white scarf with blue dots around his face and his eyes of different sizes...

The Liberty and Co. was established in 1875 by Arthur Lisenby Liberty with the intention of selling goods and furniture from all around the British empire...

Bronze with a brown patina representing a snail with a very interesting pose. Its angular pose suggests that it could be exposed in such a way that he would mimic a real snail going up or down a wall. The texture of the shell and the skin are rather realistic and emphasize the expression of snail’s long globular eyes. A hole in its mouth could be used to turn the whole sculpture into an incense burner. Foundry stamp at the base of the tail Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Length: 7.5 ...

It is a very convincing bronze sculpture of a mouse with a light brown patina, represented with an astonishing set of detail on its eyes, nose and fur. She is seated on her rear paws and holding a hazelnut on her front paws, it is perforated so the whole sculpture could be used as an incense burner. Even though rats have a poor reputation in the west they are omens of good luck and prosperity in Asia. Foundry mark on the rear of the nut Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Length: 8 cm �...