Popular in Southern Wing Chun style Wushu martial arts, this butterfly sword “Húdiédāo” is an excellent example, some nicks in blade consistent with age (please see enlargements) From pommel to tip L: 51cm/20in and guard to tip blade length L: 38.7cm/15.2in and at pommel W: 4.8cm/1.9in. The guard is brass. With a steel blade and beautiful natural patinated wood handle. The blade still has a reasonable edge and may honed further with minimum effort. This piece dates from the la...

An architectural form incised and inlayed with colored clay by Kishi Eiko enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Saiseki Zogan-ki. It is 16.5 x 19 x 9 cm (6-1/2 x 7-1/2 x 3-1/2 inches) and in perfect condition.
Kishi Eiko (b. 1948, Nara, Japan) is a contemporary ceramic artist renowned for her saiseki-zōgan (“colored stone inlay”) technique, in which pigmented clay is meticulously carved and inlaid to create intricate, mosaic-like surfaces. Educated at Kyoto Seika Universit...

Japanese Six-Panel Folding Screen with Pines, Blossoms, and Birds in a Mountain Landscape

A refined Japanese six-panel folding screen (byōbu), painted with pine trees, blossoming flowers, flowing streams, and lively birds set against softly gilded clouds. The composition harmoniously blends seasonal motifs—evergreen pines symbolizing longevity, peonies and camellias representing prosperity, and small birds in flight evoking vitality and freedom.

Period: Edo period (1603�...

Edo period lacquered wood sculptural figural group of a Buddhist monk and an emaciated figure. Upon first consideration, this may represent Mukaku (a monk) and Seshin (an ascetic) - two Bodhisattvas associated with Buddhist teachings, particularly in Japan. But an inscription on the back appears to reference Dai Nichi[ren?]. As Nichiren would suggest use of Gohonzon (abstract representations, such as prayer incantations) rather than idols, this representation of a symbolic parable (instead of a ...

A rare and very nice blue and white Yuhuchunping decorated with "The romance of the three Kingdom" The figures are from the famous tale of bravery, honour and loyalty with a servant announces the arrival of sworn brother and military heroes Liu Bei, Guang Yu and Zhang Fei, They have come to persuade Zhu Ge Liang (AD 181-234) to be their strategist in war. It's the first time and surprisingly found at Yuhuchun shape which quite small in space with this great story. Please compare with Meiping i...

This life sized Chinese cast iron head of Buddha features a relaxed, benevolent expression with downcast gaze consistent with the introspective Southern Song dynasty and is probably from the period. The elongated ears are unadorned though each appearing to retain a small pin from the casting process. The hair, with part at the forehead, is consistent with earlier castings of Buddha from the Song dynasty and features evenly spaced whorls instead of tightly arranged curls. A seam (consistent with ...

Fudō Myōō Hanging Scroll – Japan, Edo Period (18th c.)

A powerful Edo period depiction of Fudō Myōō, the “Immovable Wisdom King,” painted in mineral pigments and gold on paper. Shown standing upon swirling clouds within a flaming nimbus, he grasps the sword of wisdom to cut through delusion and a rope to bind evil forces. His fierce expression and muscular form embody his role as the protector of Buddhist law.
Mounted in silk brocade typical of the Edo period. Good ...

SHOJO MASK

Vintage paper mask of a Shōjo — a mythical red-faced spirit fond of sake — crafted by Yanagiya, a now-defunct folk toy workshop in Tottori Prefecture, Japan. Shōwa 30s era (1950s–60s). Approx. 17 × 13 × 4.5 cm (6.7 × 5.1 × 1.8 in). Acquired by a collector in 1964 and carefully preserved, resulting in exceptionally good condition for its age. Minor crack on the left temple; age-related wear present as expected.


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BLUE-AND-WHITE SWIRLING LARGE BOWL

Possibly a scarce example of old Hirashimizu ware from the Yamagata area (or at least a rare local mingei folk pottery bowl from elsewhere in the Tōhoku region, Japan), featuring unusual auspicious motifs of nejiri (swirling design) and shimenawa (Shintō ritual twisted-rope pattern). Early–mid 20th century. Approx. 31 × 12 cm (12.2 × 4.7 in). Age-related wear, firing marks, and aesthetic imperfections, as shown in the ph...

THOUSAND BUDDHAS FIGURE

Small wooden Buddhist figure, Japan, likely Muromachi period (14th–16th century). Carved in the tradition of the Sentaibutsu (Thousand Buddhas) associated with Gangō-ji Temple, Nara. Approx. H 6 cm (2.3 in). Age-related wear and surface deterioration, consistent with age, as shown in the photos. Free shipping.


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This Chinese, Ming dynasty figure of Dizang (in Sanskrit, Ksitigarbha), often depicted as a monk, is cast in iron. Details are finely carved into the surface including decoration of the lotus base, trim and elements of the jiāshā (robe), and the figure's facial features. At least three small iron pins and one pin hole remain at inconspicuous points, attesting to the casting process (look for these in the last two enlargement images). As it is iron, there is an even coarseness to the surface wh...

A radical writhing character for dragon dating from the Edo period recently mounted in green brocade extended in patterned blue retaining the original bone rollers. It is ink on paper, signed Nyoren. The scroll is 36 x 178 cm (14 x 70 inches) and in excellent condition.
Nyoren Osho (no dates, also known as Daiin) was famous for rebuilding the original Main Hall (Hondo) of Jinryuji Temple in the domain of the Tsuchiya clan, near modern day Tsukuba, completed in 1833. He came to Tsukuba at...

A large basin inlayed with a haunting white bloom by Wada Morihiro enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Tsukihana-mon Hachi. Tsukihana is a metaphor for elegant and refined things or something one prizes, delights in, or cherishes.The bowl dates rom early in his career. It is 31.5 cm (12-1/2 inches) diameter, 5.6 cm (just over 2 inches) tall and in excellent condition.
Wada Morihiro (1944-2008) was born in Hyogo prefecture and apprenticed under Kyotos Tomimoto Kenkichi before...

TORSO JAR

Shigaraki stoneware jar with its neck removed, Japan, 20th century. Approx. D 33 × H 30 cm (13 × 11.8 in). Natural kiln marks and age-related wear, as seen.


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Rare Early 19th Century Japanese Temple Panel with Peacocks and Peonies

An exceptionally painted wooden panel from a Buddhist temple, dating to the early 19th century. The artwork depicts a pair of elegant peacocks beside blooming peonies, detailed with natural pigments and highlighted with gold accents. A fine example of Japanese temple decorative art with graceful composition and rich symbolic meaning of beauty, prosperity, and protection.

Size:99/24/1cm ( 38.9/9.4/0.4inc...

An extremely rare double gourd vase, decorated with finely Dragon among clouds and ruyi scroll in underglazed red. It's guaranteed very rare and definitely old piece with good condition, no any crack, no any chip and free from any restoration. Late Yuan to Early Ming 14th Century which found at Riau Island couple years ago. Height: 20,8 cm.

1920's Japanese Celadon Shishi Okimono Marked Makuzu Kozan

It is 5.1 inches (13 cm) tall by 6.3 inches (16 cm) wide. It is 1.7 lb.

It has surface wears (as seen in the photos).

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Very rare brush rest in the shape of a Mandarin duck is made of soft porcelain covered with a very bright turquoise enamel. The bird is hollow, the base is pierced with a square hole allowing the interior void to be seen. We do not think that it was made in a mold, but the details were finely incised with a chisel, which indicates a work of sculpture and not of molding. Only the discovery of a second absolutely identical duck could confirm this. The eyes are in blue glass paste, which is surpris...