Mythical fu-dog Chinese bronze censor. The standing guardian displays a fierce expression with mouth open upwards, revealing carefully rendered teeth.
The lid and body feature swirling cloud and wave patterns, often associated with auspicious energy and strength.
Robust, muscular legs stand firmly on an elevated base with stretcher bars, designed for both stability and elegance. The rich patina reflects its age, adding depth and historical authenticity to the... Click for details

Japanese Art Deco hand forged bronze flower vase usabata, crafted with a stylized floral form. The wide, gently contoured petals extend outward from a central concave basin, designed to hold water for flower arrangements. The cylindrical stem is adorned with orb-like protrusions, adding a sculptural element that reflects the streamlined, modern aesthetic of the Art Deco period.
Traditionall used in ikebana Japanese flower arranging.

Age: Art Deco C. 1920's (Taisho - Showa... Click for details

Large Japanese antique bronze censer with ornate details. On the lid stands an oni (yōkai) carrying a Buddhist bell on his back. The body of the censer has a dragon with feathered wings flying through a sky with swirling clouds. The tripod legs are in the form of Ho-oh birds and the handles are ornately shaped. The round base has a medallion depicting an ancient turtle in waves. The entire surface of the censer is decorated with detailed archaic motifs. There is a raised cartouche on the... Click for details

Samurai Somen (Japanese full iron face mas) A fantastic metal art form with the whole surface has developed into a deep russet iron finish. The metal has been carefully and masterfully worked to create wrinkles in the forehead, nose and cheeks. There are rope shaped eyebrows and fierce looking eyes. The mask is made up of five forged pieces that are riveted together. The inside is a deep dark lacquer, with some small chipping on edges as to be expected.
Signed under chin: FUKUTAKE... Click for details

Japanese single section choba tansu, a merchant’s chest traditionally used for storing business records and valuables. This tansu features a bold red lacquer finish with original hand-forged iron hardware, including corner reinforcements, handles, and locks. The multiple drawers and sliding-door compartments provide organized storage, while the lower compartment offers a pair of sliding panels to reveal set of three drawer, a hidden drawer and open storage area.
Constructed from sugi... Click for details

A striking Japanese Kyushu tansu, crafted during the Meiji period, featuring a traditional two-section design for ease of transport and versatility. Made from solid kiri (paulownia) wood, this tansu exhibits a natural, warm patina that highlights the fine grain of the wood.
The piece is adorned with original hand-forged iron hardware, including warabite-style handles, decorative corner brackets, and an elaborate locking safe compartment with pierced and engraved details, designed to store... Click for details

Beautiful etching work from Japanese artist : Hiroto Norikane of the Cat looking out through the portal Born : 1949. Hirosima , JAPAN Education : Sokei Academy of Fine Art and Design; studied under Yoshida Hodaka and Kato Kiyomi Collections : Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco, Portland Museum of Art, Oregon City Museum, USA; Sado Hangamura Museum, Niigata
Perfect condition.
Edition number: 28 out of 300
Hand signed and stamped by artist

Dimensions 10 1/2" x 10... Click for details

Antique Japanese soapstone okimono of a beautiful lady emerging from a clam shell. The legend of Hamaguri nyōbō ("lady in shell") tells of a clam who changes itself into a woman and marries the fisherman who threw her back into the sea after catching her in his net. For as long as the fisherman doesn't know that she is actually a clam, she can continue on as his wife. Here she is in mid transformation, her naked form emerging from the shell, long hair flowing. In her hand she holds a... Click for details

Japanese 4-panel screen painting of a pair of white herons fishing in the calm waters beneath a willow tree. A light dusting of snow covers the bare branches of the willow which stretches the length of the screen. On the moss-covered rocky shore, a profusion of flowers blossom in a cloud of muted reds and yellow. Painted in mineral colors on oxidized metal leaf on paper.

Age: Showa Period (mid 20th century)

Dimensions: 36 1/4" high x 73 1/4" long

Antique Japanese 6-panel screen painting of a pair of hawks. With white feathers, they sit on the topmost branches of a pine tree. The gnarled branches are covered in moss. Painted in mineral pigments and ink on paper. Hawks symbolize good luck, love, vigilance and strength. Signed Eihō 英芳.

Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)

Dimensions: 67 1/2" high x 148 1/2" long