A matched pair of Japanese Tokoname terracotta vases, each measuring approximately 15 inches high. Formed in iron-rich red clay, the bodies feature Tokoname’s characteristic “aka-yaki” textured surface with applied gilt dragons modeled in relief. The dragons are finely detailed, with articulated scales, claws, and whiskers, and are arranged dynamically around the vessel bodies.

Both vases retain their original gilt Greek-key banding at the rim, along with incised decorative ...

Late 18th Century or Early 19th Century Chinese Bronze Duck Shaped Censer

It is 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall by 6.5 inches (6.5 cm) wide. It is 692 gram.

It has oxidation, firing cracks, dents at the neck, stains and rubbing of patina at the underside of the lid, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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The barrel and all metal parts are inlaid with silver. These are not simply damascened designs, but true inlays that required deep carving into the steel. All the silver motifs are very thick and thus securely held in place, having withstood the test of time. The stock, inlaid with bronze wire, is made of fruitwood. All the inlays are of excellent quality; the designs are harmonious and precise. There are very few missing pieces. We believe this weapon was made in the late 18th or early 19th cen...

An ivory netsuke depicting Fukura Suzume, signed Komin. The netsuke is carved with compact forms that enhance the natural luster of the ivory and its warm tonal variations. The incised signature appears on the reverse, next to the himotoshi. Period: Meiji period, late 19th century Dimensions: 1.8 × 3.4 × 3 cm Condition: Excellent condition.

A pair of six-panel folding screens painted on silk with a gold ground, featuring a composition of bamboo leaves extending across the entire surface. Both screens bear the artist’s signature and seal Shunpo on one of the side panels. The pair can be displayed in various configurations, arranging the panels according to aesthetic preferences or spatial requirements, allowing for flexible and customizable presentation. Period: Meiji period, early 20th century Dimensions: 50 × 378.5 cm...

A boxwood netsuke depicting a seated monkey in the act of putting on an inverted Okame mask, which it holds up before its face, signed Shinzan. Incised signature to the reverse. Period: Meiji period, late 19th century Dimensions: 4.2 × 2.3 × 3 cm Condition: Excellent condition.

A Japanese wooden sculpture in the form of a sphere, featuring a dragon carved in high relief and fully in the round, wrapping entirely around the surface. The sphere may be interpreted symbolically as a tama, the sacred jewel traditionally associated with power and protection. The signature Ipposai is engraved on the reverse, beside the tail. Complete with the original wooden storage box (tomobako). Period: Edo period, mid-19th century Dimensions: 18.5 cm Condition: Excellent conditi...

KARIGINU

Linen upper robe of a kariginu, Japan, Shōwa period (20th century). Approx. flat measurements: 140 × 161 cm (55.1 × 63.4 in).

The kariginu, originally a loose-fitting hunting cloak worn by Heian-period aristocrats, later evolved into formal attire for those officiating Shinto rituals. This example was made not as a costume but for actual wear and remains in deadstock condition, having been stored for an extended period. As a result, it retai...

Lacquer black glazed truncated ewer with lugs and pouring lip circa Qing Dynasty. This has russet highlights on the mouthrim. Heavily potted in good condition, has a chip on the mouthrim- may be noted in enlargements. H: 14.5cm/5.6in and D: 13.5cm/5.2in.

Extremely rare black glazed bowl with original reddish spots to the body, usualy just found with blue spot of Jian ware in Japan. Condition is good, no any crack, no ay chip excepted in foot rim, free from any restoration. Southern Song Jizhou ware found at Indonesia. Diameter: 12 cm. Height: 5,9 cm.

A bowl with well balance potted, decorated with molded incised Dragon and Phoenix surrounded by key fret pattern with unglazed mouth rim, mark to the small base with Guan of single character which is usualy appear on the Ding ware. Condition is very good, no any crack, no any chip and free from any restoration. Southern Song Dynasty Ding ware. Diameter: 20,2 cm

Japanese cloisonné hinged box of elongated rectangular form, decorated on the lid with a brightly enameled bird perched among flowering branches against a black ground. The sides are also finished with cloisonné work, featuring stylized floral motifs on a scrolling black ground, framed with gilt metal mounts. The interior is metal-lined and opens on a piano-style hinge. Measures approximately 7 inches long by 3.5 inches wide by 1.5 inches high. The form and proportions are consistent with mid...

A Rare Korean Old Man Portrait/Traditional Hat/Costumes Portrait Painting-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century, painter signed by Mary Linley Taylor. The portrait painting published the cover of “A History of the Korean People In Modern Times 1800 to the Present written by Rebert T. Oliver, Published by Newark: University of Delaware 1989. It is good condition, framed. It measures 30cm x 24.5cm painting only, 48cm x 38cm overall

A Very Rare/Fine Korean Double Gourd Shaped White Ewer-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century. The fine and unusual double gourd ewer applied with a beautiful white glaze evenly overall the surfaces, and with a large Chilong dragon (lizard) including legs attached as a handle and a lid knob on the top, base unglazed. It is in good condition, it measures 16cm h.

A Very Fine/Rare Korean 100 Boy 8 Panel Screen-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century. These one hundred children ten panel screen presents the princely pleasures enjoyed by the little boys on the present screen consist of a cock fight, gathering branches of blossoming plum, bathing in a lotus pond, watching a baby chick, wrestling, fishing etc. Painted in ink and mineral pigments with especially gold accented on silk, It is in very good condition with some light wears due to age. It...

Antique Original Vietnamese glazed bowl. Provenance: Private Collection from Bay Area, CA Date: Tran Dynasty (13th-14thC) Dimensions: 6 3/4″ in diameter X 4 1/4″ tall

Well balanced Antique Japanese handcarved ranma (architectural transom panel) depicts a dynamic kirin moving toward a luxuriant bloom of peonies, all rendered in deep relief from a single hardwood plank. The carving demonstrates exceptional control of depth and texture—seen in the kirin’s swirling mane and scaled body, and in the layered petals and foliage of the peony blossoms. Frame is finished in black lacquer.

The reverse side of this exceptional Japanese ranma reveals a s...

Antique Japanese ranma depicting a pair of tigers on a stones edge with crashing waters below. Bmaboo can be seen in carved details behind the tigers. Handcarved carved from solid Hinoki (Japanese cypress).

In Japanese art and architecture, the tiger is a powerful symbol of strength, protection, and authority. Although tigers are not native to Japan, they entered the cultural imagination through Chinese and Korean influence and became one of the most revered mythic animals in East A...