A finely curated group of six antique Japanese tsuba (sword guards), each forged in iron and showcasing a range of traditional openwork (sukashi) and motif-driven designs. These hand guards reflect the refined artistry and symbolism of the samurai class during the Edo Period. The set is mounted on a custom antiqued bronze metal stand, making it ideal for display.

Age: Edo Age 1603 - 1868

Tsuba Dimensions: Range from 3″ to 3 1/2″ wide Overall Dimensions (with stand): 11... Click for details

Original antique Japanese ko-tansu (small chest) featuring a beautifully grained burl keyaki (zelkova) wood front with a warm, rich patina. This Sendai-style tansu is fitted with its original forged iron hardware, including butterfly-style hinges on hinged safe compartment. The arrangement of drawers and a locking compartment reflects its practical function, originally used to store valuables and personal items.

Age: Early Meiji period 1868 - 1912

Dimensions: 26" wide x 18"... Click for details

A Yoshitoshi Mori woodblock print entitled Afternoon Nap (Hirune) that was published in 1979, artist signed and numbered 17/50. Framed and in excellent condition.

Age: 1979

Dimensions: 29" Wide by 23 1/2" High

A Yoshitoshi Mori woodblock print entitled Samurai that was published in 1978, artist signed and numbered 44/70.

Age: 1978

Frame measures 40 3/4" Wide by 16 1/2" high.

An antique Japanese transom (Ranma) made entirely of Hinoki (Cypress) wood. Black lacquered frame surrounds an intricate tesselated lattice design that further surrounds an even finer tessellated pattern in the center. It would make a beautiful headboard or an elaborate wall hanging.

Age: Taisho Era (1912-1926)

Dimensions: 68 1/2" Wide by 13 5/8" High

Japanese antique tetsubin, cast iron kettle for heating water for tea. Each side is decorated with a raised design of blossoming branches: one with a plum or cherry, the other with a buds about to flower, likely a camellia. The lid is cast in bronze and has a mottled reddish patina.

Age: Meiji/Taisho era (early 20th century)

Dimensions: 9″ high (including handle) x 6 3/4″ wide (including handle and spout) x 5″ wide

Japanese antique tetsubin, cast iron kettle for heating water for tea. Oval form with high handle. One side is decorated with a raised banana palm. The unique split cast handle adds interest. The bronze lid is signed on the underside.

Age: Meiji/Taisho era (early 20th century)

Dimensions: 9 1/2" high (including handle) x 6" wide (including handle and spout) x 4" wide

An large Japanese bronze Buddhist temple bell called Bonsho with a carrying handle in the form of dragon heads called Ryuzu. The upper protrusions called Chi or Nyu improves the resonance of the sound when struck. Two opposing striking panels called Tsuki-za is the point on the bell where the best and longest sound is achieved. A bell of this size was hung in a neighborhood temple to summon the monks to prayer.
Raised writing on either side just above the lotus striking point (Tsukiza)... Click for details

An antique Japanese Tansu chest called Kotansu made entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original bronze hardware and constructed using Japanese joinery techniques and hardened wood nails. 6 drawer configuration. Perfect companion for any desktop in need of organized storage.

Age: Meiji Era (circa 1890-1910)

Dimensions: 19 1/2" Wide by 14 1/4" High by 10 1/4" Deep

A compact black lacquer Japanese tansu, Meiji Lacquered ugi (cedar), and kuro-me (lacquered) woods. This small-format chest features an sliding panels, sets of drawers and locking hinged compartments, all framed with hand-forged hardware in floral and geometric motifs. The sliding doors at the top are adorned with delicate carvings of pine branches and chrysanthemums, symbolizing longevity and renewal.

Age: Meiji period 1868 - 1912

Dimensions: 24" wide x 26" high x 14 1/2"... Click for details