HOW TO DECORATE OFFERINGS

Two pieces of hand-illustrated books for the guide of how to display offerings for the occasions of Shinto/Buddhist ceremony and ritual. Sophisticatedly simple art works with such each minimum description of just title and picture by skillful Japanese painter. Early 20th century. 23 pp and 34 pp. Larger: 16.8 x 23.5 cm (6.61 x 9.25in)...

KIMONO DESIGN SAMPLES

6 pieces set of the specimens with test printings of kimono patterns. Washi paper. 1930-40s, Japan...

Japanese antique bronze usubata, container for ikebana flower arranging, in the form of a lotus leaf standing on three feet shaped like lotus stems and flower pods. Two frogs are facing each other on either side of the bowl. The bronze has a deep reddish brown patina.

Meiji/Taisho period (c. early 1900's)

Dimensions: 6 1/2" high (top top of frogs) x 12 3/4" wide

An ivory okimono from the Tokyo School, depicting a lively family of monkeys on a long branch, engaged in a game of contention over some freshly picked persimmons. The okimono rests on a finely carved wooden base. Period: Meiji, late 19th century. Dimensions: 36 x 11 x 6 cm. Condition: Excellent.

A pair of Japanese bronze vases with a cylindrical shape and dark brown patina, depicting a pair of egrets near a stream, with their feet immersed in the water and surrounded by two flowering iris plants. Masayuki signature is engraved under the base. Period: Meiji late 19th century. Dimensions: 22 x 9 x 9 cm. Condition: Excellent. There is slight superficial wear of the patina.

An ivory netsuke depicting a reclining shishi, with a ball between his teeth. The mouth and the ball are polychromed in a shade of bright red. Himotoshi under the belly. Period: Edo ca. 1800. Dimensions: 4.6 x 2.6 x 2 cm. Condition: Very good.

Stunning lacquer worker bowl ! Kanshitsu bachi

This is a one-of-a-kind bowl created using the traditional Japanese "Kanshitsu" (dry lacquer) technique, layering lacquer and hemp cloth.
Its vibrant mix of deep red, orange, and black evokes the flickering dance of flames, giving the surface a striking, fiery texture.

Size : 24 cm( 9.5inch) in diameter / Hight 11cm (4.5 inch)
Weight : 860g ( 2 lb)

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Japanese antique single section kannon biraki choba tansu (merchant's chest with opening doors). Made all of kiri (paulownia) wood. The doors open to 5 drawers and a compartment with sliding panels. The iron hardware has a deep reddish brown lacquer finish and includes a large round lock and cross bracing on the front, round locks and hirute shaped handles on the drawers, and side handles for carrying...

A captivating depiction of the eternal “ensō” on a backdrop of jet-black Raku glaze signifying enlightenment, the eternal, the nothingness, and the freedom of the mind to envision and to create. Typically, a closed ensō is associated with the idea of perfection while an open ensō (as seen here) represents movement, fluidity, and attainment in the corporeal world...

Japanese single-section Mizuya Tansu (kitchen chest) showcases a refined balance of function and traditional design. Crafted during the late Edo to Meiji period, the piece features a beautiful contrast of light hinoki (cypress) frame and darker hardwood drawer faces...

BORO SOCKS

Ridiculously well-used with such crazy heavy sashiko mending, aesthetically sublimed way beyond the existence of what socks are. Showa period, 20th century, Japan, L 36-37 cm (14.17-14.56in). Some holes as well. Washed and clean...

Japanese antique scroll painting of a monk reading a scroll. Seated on a lotus on a fudog. The central figure is encircled with the names of 73 monks separated with 4 seal script characters (the one at lower left is: 貞 Tei (or Jō) (Firm adherence to principles).
Around the figure in the outer ring portion of the ring are 3 sections of text...

19th century Japanese tetsubin - cast iron teapot - with irregular shaped skirt and body shaped like a coastal rock with 5 crabs scuttling around its surface and crevices. Very good early piece of relatively large size with nicely textured surface, original cover, bronze rings holding the handle, old loss to the tip of the spout. Some rust as to be expected on an old piece that was used. Extremely nice quiet object in Japanese taste. Body height 6 inches, height with handle 11 inches.

An original Jacaranda wood sculptural coffee table by the artist Giuseuppe Scapinellie. Brazil, 1950s; with inset glass top
Provenance: Antiquario Simonetti, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Age: Mid Century 1950's

Dimensions: 14 x 47 1/2 x 28 in. (35.6 x 120.7 x 71.1 cm.)

Andy Warhol American 1928-1987 Man on the Moon screenprint in colors 1987; printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, published by Ronald Feldman Fine Arts, New York and with their blindstamps. Series of 160 gallery

Age: 20th Century

Dimensions: 38 x 38 in. (96.5 x 96.5 cm.)

A masterful example of Japanese lacquer artistry, this ceremonial display stand is adorned with intricate makie (gold sprinkled lacquer) detailing, centered around a bold depiction of the Tokugawa clan crest—the iconic triple hollyhock (mitsuba aoi) mon—framed by curling waves and stylized cloud patterns in shimmering gold.
Resting atop a deep black lacquered base, the lower section features a striking golden dragon cresting through waves, symbolizing power and protection...

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

Resting from his exhausting zen chores, this Ca. 1925 Taisho Period Bizen ceramic Daruma okimono shows us the path to chill. 6 1/2" long x 4" high x 4" deep. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote.