Japanese antique large futon cover with a design of Shochikubai, Three Friends of Winter; pine, bamboo and plum. Symbolizing the qualities of each: vitality of pine - evergreen even in the cold and snow; vigor of bamboo - growing with unstoppable strength; and plum - grace, beauty and anticipation of Spring.
On this futon covering, the pine is large and growing around it is the blossoming plum. Smaller shoots of plum and bamboo grow low out of the winter-hardened ground.
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Japanese antique futon cover with a design of Shochikubai, Three Friends of Winter; pine, bamboo and plum. Symbolizing the qualities of each: vitality of pine - evergreen even in the cold and snow; vigor of bamboo - growing with unstoppable strength; and plum - grace, beauty and anticipation of Spring.
A kiri kamon (paulownia crest) in the lower right hand corner is a symbol associated with the imperial family, used by samurai clans and linked to government officials.
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Japanese antique noren (doorway curtain) made of indigo dyed cotton in three panels. The design is executed in traditional tsutsugaki paste resist technique and shows a scene of butterflies and an exuberance of blossoming peonies growing from the rocky ground. Looped tabs at the top of the noren allow for it to be hung by a rod.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 67" high (69" high including tabs) x 37 1/2" wide

Japanese antique wisteria mon futon cover. Made of cotton and sewn together in four panels, this futon cover is decorated with the large wisteria blossom crest (Fuji no Mon) of the Fugiwara clan. The Fugiwara family gained political power through diplomacy and intermarriages with the imperial family from the 9th to the 12th century. Besides this, the wisteria blossom is a symbol of grace, longevity and refined beauty.
The futon cover is a light blue color and is dyed using tsutsugaki... Click for details

Japanese antique two section kasane isho tansu (stacking clothing chest). Made with all kiri (paulownia) wood on the front. The sides, top and drawer interiors are sugi (cryptomeria) wood. Iron hardware includes round lock plates and warabite shaped drawer pulls. Each section is an equal height of 18 3/4" so they could be used side by side.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 37 1/2" high x 34" wide x 15 1/2" deep.

Japanese antique 2 section kasane (stacking) isho tansu (clothing chest) made entirely of kiri wood.The top section has 2 large drawers and the bottom section has 1 large drawer, 1 medium drawer, and a safe box. The safe box has a hinge door that opens to reveal 2 small interior drawers. Iron hardware and includes large warabite shaped drawer pulls.

Age: Meigi period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: height 40 1/2 x width 37 1/4" x depth 16 1/2"

Japanese antique cha tansu (tea chest) made out of kuri or chestnut wood on the front and sides made out of sugi (Japanese cedar). The sliding panels are framed with Kuri wood and inset with Keyaki (elm wood). 2 compartments with sliding panals, 1 compartment with drop-in panel and 3 drawers. Beautiful joinery with all kiri interior.

Age: Meiji period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: height 29 1/2" x width 25 1/2" x depth 13 3/4 "

An authentic pair of Edo period samurai kote (armored sleeves), constructed with a combination of iron chainmail (kusari) and hexagonal plate armor (karuta). These sleeves are backed in traditional indigo-dyed cotton, featuring elegant textile patterns of waves and sailing ships, both symbolic of protection and good fortune.
The iron plating includes embossed figural elements, such as shell-form knuckle guards, raised circular motifs resembling chrysanthemum crests, and detailed ribbed... Click for details

Pair of vintage 1930's syled bamboo armchairs by Palecek reflects the Japanese-influenced design sensibilities of the 1930s—a period marked by simplicity of form, honesty of materials, and harmony with nature. The clean lines, open framework, and curved edges echo traditional Japanese furniture ideals, while the rattan binding and looped seat structure add a warm, tactile presence.
Designed by Palecek, the San Francisco-based firm known for merging global craft traditions with... Click for details

Chinese coffer table with classic northern provincial styling, featuring a clean rectangular form, overhanging top, and two drawers with butterfly-form brass drawer pulls. The table is crafted from solid elmwood (yumu), known for its prominent grain and warm amber tone, now mellowed with age.
Raised on sturdy square legs with shaped aprons and decorative spandrels beneath the top, this piece reflects the enduring utility and understated elegance found in northern Chinese domestic... Click for details