A sample book of indigo dye cotton stripes, pasted on Daifukucho, which is a record book of a merchant, made of washi. It has 238 fragments. About half sheets of wash are pasted with fragments, but another half ones are not. In good condition. 19th century. W:21cm, L:20.7cm, Thickness:1.7cm

Shimacho, a sample book of cotton stripes with 414 fragments. Meiji period to early 20th century. (mid 19th to early 20th century). In good condition, but the ground washi (Japanese handmade paper) has some wear. W:18.5cm, L:14.8cm, Thickness:2cm

1930's Japanese Wood Makie Lacquer Shibayama Mother of Pearl Inlay Box with Phoenix

It is 2.2 inches (5.7 cm) tall by 4.7 inches (12 cm) long and 6.2 inches (15.85 cm) wide. It is 0.4lb.

It has peeling lacquers, small chips, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos)..

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1900's Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl with Flower Marked

It is 2.4 inches (6.1 cm) tall by 5.47 inches (13.9 cm) wide. It is 0.4Lb.

It has dark spots, mild skip glazes, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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1900's Japanese Kutani Porcelain Cup with Geisha and Poetry Calligraphy Marked

It is 2.8 inches (7.2 cm) tall by 2.75 inches (7 cm) wide. It is 0.4 Lb.

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

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A spectacular example of Japanese maki-e lacquer technique of a box in the shape of a ship loaded with rice bales and treasures, sails filled with wind moving quickly over the waves. It is 15.5 x 9.5 x 4.3 (6 x 4 x 2-3/4 inches) and is in excellent condition, enclosed in a period red-lacquered wooden box with minor wear on the bottom typical o9f age and use.

A spectacular bowl by Ajiki Jun enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Shio-yu Wan. It is 13 cm (over 5 inches) diameter, 10.5 cm (4 inches) tall and in excellent condition.
Ajiki Jun was born the son of Bizen master Ajiki Hiro in Shimane in 1982, graduating the ceramics course of the Okayama Prefectural Technical School in 2001 before apprenticing initially in Shino under Kumagai Tadao before returning to work under his illustrious father from 2004...

An antique Japanese carved wood architectural fragment of a strong healthy Sea Bream swimming through the rough sea current. Made from one solid piece of Keyaki (Zelkova) wood, this piece originates from an old Japanese country inn known as a Ryokan.

Age: Meiji Period (1870-1890)

Dimensions: 71 1/2" Wide by 8" High

Shimacho, a sample book of cotton fragments with stripes which are almost cotton, and some are silk. It has about 844 fragments. It must have been handed to a few generations, from late Edo to Meiji period (mid 18th to early 20th century). In excellent condition. W:17.5cm, L:14cm, Thickness:4cm, More images are available by request

Japanese antique wood block print of two sumo wrestlers in the ring. On the right is the referee, Shikimori Inosuke (a well known referee and pictured in other sumo prints). On the far left sits a judge. Framed.

Age: Meiji period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: including frame 19 1/2" high x 24 3/4" wide

Japanese antique woodblock print in triptych entitled "A Picture of Yokozuna Entering the Ring" by Gyokuha Kiwani (active 1900-1920). The highest ranking sumo wrestler, the yokozuna is shown in the center flanked by two other wrestlers during the ring entering ceremony. The yokozuna is easily identified by the wide white rope he wears around his waist. The referee is seated to the right, holding a wide ceremonial fan. All three wrestlers wear matching aprons with the Tokugawa mon and waves...

A Blue and White Deep Dish decorated in the centre with a single flowering plant. Within a scrolling floral border. Base with a Fuku Mark. Arita C1680-1710. Diameter; 14.3 cm Condition; one minute frit

Fluttering Elegance: Peonies and Butterflies on Silver

This silver six-panel folding screen features soft pink peonies and white butterflies, delicately painted to evoke elegance and tranquility. The silver background enhances the gentle hues of the flowers and butterflies, creating a harmonious and refined composition...

Antique Japanese large porcelain charger. Decorated with a blue and white glazed scene of a bird and peony flowers. A separate round reserved is dedicated to the open sky with a bird in flight and wisps of clouds. The rim is painted with an lined motif. Six character mark on the back.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 3" high x 18" wide

Japanese Seto ware umanome "horse-eye" dish. Also called ishizara (stone ware) this type of sturdy plate with it's iconic iron oxide glazed circular motif would have been used in a rural inn to serve hearty food to travelers. An appreciation for the natural beauty of items made and used deftly by practiced hands became popular through the Mingei movement in the 20th century.

Age: Late Edo/Early Meiji period (mid 19th century)

Dimensions: 2" high x 10 3/8" wide

Medium sized Japanese blue and white charger with center koi floating center in a celadon green space. Rimmed with bamboo and blossoms.

Age: early 20th century

Dimensions: 15 3/4" long x 12 1/2" wide 1 3/4" high

Chagama are traditional Japanese iron kettles used in tea ceremony (chanoyu) for boiling water. Their design tends to reflect the aesthetic principles of wabi-sabi, emphasizing simplicity, rustic beauty, and harmony with nature. Here we have an excellent example, crafted by one of the most talented artisans of the 20th century.The style is known as a “Fuji” kettle as the shape is reminiscent of Mt Fuji...

"Six-Panel Folding Screen with Flowers and Birds on a Gold Background"

This six-panel folding screen features a striking gold background with white and pale pink flowers, vibrant green leaves, and a pair of small birds gracefully flying above the blossoms. The simple yet elegant design highlights the beauty of nature, with vivid colors and delicate details creating a sense of harmony and charm...