A pair of vases decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamels on a dark blue background, worked in silver and gold wire, attributed to Hayashi Kodenji. The hexagonal body depicts sparrows in flight and perched on bamboo branches. The base and upper neck are adorned with double bands decorated with clovers and continuous symmetrical scrolls. The work is published in the volume “Selection 2024.” Unsigned Height: 15.5 cm Period: Meiji, circa 1900

A pair of large Satsuma vases signed Kinkozan, decorated with scenes inspired by Japanese imperial tradition, rendered with great precision and raised gold detailing. One side of each vase depicts the legendary Emperor Jinmu, surrounded by attendants in a solemn, ceremonial composition...

A six-panel folding screen painted on paper with gold powder, depicting a hilly landscape crossed by a flowing stream, enriched with naturalistic elements and luminous golden reflections. Signed “Kano Kyūen ga” in the lower left corner. Period: Edo–Meiji, 19th century Dimensions: 82 x 238 cm Condition: Excellent overall condition. Light paper craquelure consistent with age across the surface. Signs of age and a small restored hole at the bottom right of the 4th panel...

Hannya mask positioned on a trompe-l’œil base that conceals a hollow compartment shaped like an egg...

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Made of washi Japanese paper, coated in kakishibu persimmon tannin for waterproof, early 20th century, Japan. Extended: 100 x 160 cm (39.37 x 62.99in)...

It has been a long while since finding one of these, a hand carved antique wooden mask of Tenko or the nine-tailed Kuuko, heavenly White Fox (kitsune) w enclosed in an old wooden box. The snout is carved from a separate piece of wood joined to the face. The mask is roughly 20.5 x 14 x 11.5 cm (8 x 5-1/2 x 4-1/2 inches) and in overall fine condition. There is an old repair to the bottom of the mask.
The Fox has many roles in Japanese Folklore...

Kayaku-ire Powder Horn or Tokkuri Sake Flask? One can only guess at the original purpose of this gourd cut in half and lacquer black with ethnic designs about the base under a worked brass and copper alloy fitting fixed with a loop brass handle and collapsing ring. All the metalwork is non-spark, supporting the theory of this being a case for gunpowder. The mouth, quite wide, is of dark wood...

Intricate hand painted designs cover this squared Koro by Yamada Yoshiaki enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 10.5 cm (roughly 4 inches) square, 16 cm (6-1/4 inches) tall and is in excellent condition.
Yamada Yoshiaki was born in Ishikawa, home of Kutani wares, in 1948. He studied under Yamachika Tsuyoshi and Takegoshi Taizan whose influence is apparent. He began exhibiting in 1975 with the Souzou Bijutsu-kai Art Organization...

A beautiful rippling vase with a lid by Konishi Tozo enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Bizen Futatsuki Hanaire Nagare. It is 36 x 16 x 22 cm (14 x 6 x 9 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Konishi Tozo was born in 1947 in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecure. He was first selected for the 18th Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition (Dento Kogei-ten) in 1971. In 1975 he received the 3rd Chu-nichi International Ceramic Art Exhibition Award...

A rather rare motif by a master potter, delicate yet grounded, this white Raku tea bowl is truly one-of-a-kind. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and showcasing a soft and gracefully executed white glaze with highlights, it exudes a sense of ease, tenderness, and tranquility. Adorned with subtle crackling patterns and variations in texture, the tea bowl's surface adds to its unique and organic feel...

Rare pair of bronze temple roof corner wind chimes. Inscribed on each bell is the date Ansei 6 (Ca. 1859). From Senshoji Temple in Gifu Prefecture, a temple founded in Ca. 858. The donor's name and for the protection of the temple's ancestors is also written. 17" tall x 10" in diameter. Ask for shipping quote.

Elegant Meiji-Era Two-Panel Silver Leaf Screen

A striking two-panel folding screen from the Meiji era (1868–1912), finished in silver leaf. Minimalist yet powerful in presence, it shows natural aging that enhances its character...

Temple Dragon Relief from the Meiji Era

This Meiji-era temple panel features a golden dragon among vibrant clouds, symbolizing power and protection.
Traditionally placed above temple entrances, it combines spiritual meaning with exquisite craftsmanship.

Size:133.5 x 46 cm (52.5 x 18 inches)
Period:Meiji (1868-1912)

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A staggering amount of technical skill has been expended on this huge Meiji period lacquered sake cup dripping with gold over crimson red lacquer with mother of pearl inlay enclosed in a red lacquered wooden box. This is truly an amazing bit of Maki-e. The entire simply glimmers with mother of pearl, nashiji and kiri-gane applied gold over maki-e designs emenatng in a swirling fan from two mirror image cranes meeting in the central dial...

A Celadon Koro by Miyagawa (Makuzu) Kozan enclosed in the original signed wooden box published in the book Ambient Green Flow, the Emergence and Rise of East Asian Celadon (New Taipei Yingge Ceramics Museum (2011, p...

A fabulous square vase covered in cherry tree designs by Miyake Yoji enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Kin-gin-sai Sakura Mon Henko and unusually dated October 21 Heisei 9 (1997). It is 29 x 13 x 25 cm (11-1/2 x 5 x 10 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Miyake Yoji was born in Shimane in 1950, and studied from 1974 under Ito Kosho, establishing himself as an independent artist three years later in Mashiko. In 1979 his work was accepted into the Dento Kogei Shinsaku Ten...

A boxed sake set consisting of a Katakuchi and two Guinomi sake cups by Murakoshi Takuma accompanied by a small dish for shared snacks enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Shunju Shuki Zen (Sake Set in Colorful Glaze). The Cups are 7.5 cm (3 inches) diameter, roughly the same height. The plate is 10 cm (4 inches) diameter, the Katakuchi pouring vessel 15.5 x 11 x 7.5 cm (6 x 4-1/4 x 3 inches) and all are in excellent condition, directly from the artist.
Murakoshi Takuma is ...

“Floral Harmony on Gold” – Two-Panel Japanese Folding Screen

This elegant two-panel folding screen features a charming array of blooming flowers, including hollyhocks, poppies, chrysanthemums, and wild lotus, all delicately arranged across a soft golden background. The composition is simple yet captivating, allowing each botanical form to shine with its own character. A perfect embodiment of seasonal beauty and traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Size H 171.5cm x W 188 c...