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Japanese Antique Sarugaku Performance Monkey Mask
Antique Japanese sarugaku performance mask in the form of a monkey. Sarugaku, which literally means "monkey music" was one of the oldest Japanese theatre arts and consisted of many different types of performance including comedy, dancing, mime, singing and various acrobatics. The performers wore masks usually portraying human characters but this one is distinctly primate. The high point for sarugaku was during the Muromachi period when, along with dengaku (ritual shrine dancing), the... Click for details
item #1463193
$2,500.00
Antique Japanese Merchant Box Chobako Hinoki Meiji Period
An antique Japanese Chobako (merchant box) made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Kiri (Paulownia) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware. Upper carrying handle and hinged door that hides 4 drawers of varying sizes used by a merchant to store writing paper, receipts, money and calligraphy brushes.
Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 10" Wide by 12 1/4" High by 14 3/4" Deep
Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 10" Wide by 12 1/4" High by 14 3/4" Deep
item #1463145
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Japanese Kamo Isho Biraki Tansu Chest Kiri (Kimono Storage) Secret
A vintage Japanese Kamo Isho Tansu (Kimono storage chest) in 2 sections made entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original metal hardware including the stylized Gumbai handles and the Plum blossom arabesque door lock plates. Upper section has a pair of sliding doors behind which lies two small drawers, a split level shelf and a pair of hinged doors that hide 4 removable Kimono trays. The lower section has 3 side by side drawers and 3 full width drawers.
The upper left drawer under... Click for details
The upper left drawer under... Click for details
item #1463143
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Antique Japanese Tansu Chest Kotansu (Personal Storage) Kiri Meiji
An antique Japanese Tansu called Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Warabite handles. Unique double upper drawer merchant chest style in a smaller footprint. A combination of 6 drawers of varying sizes and a pair of sliding doors that hide a convenient storage area. Constructed using straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails. It would make an elegant side chest or night stand.
Age: Meiji Period ... Click for details
Age: Meiji Period ... Click for details
item #1463140
$1,650.00
Antique Japanese Shishi Corbel Apprentice Sample Carving Keyaki
An antique Japanese corbel apprentice sample of a Shishi made and hand carved from one solid block of Keyaki (Zelkova) wood. Beautiful art sculpture that resonates the Japanese and Buddhist spirit. It would also make a wonderful plinth.
Age: Edo Period (1800-1850)
Dimensions: 9 3/4" Wide by 13 1/2" High by 8 3/4" Deep
Age: Edo Period (1800-1850)
Dimensions: 9 3/4" Wide by 13 1/2" High by 8 3/4" Deep
item #1463139
$750.00
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest Kotansu (Personal Storage) Kiri Taisho
An antique Japanese Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood.
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1925)
Dimensions: 18 1/2" H x 23 3/4" W x 11 3/4" D
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1925)
Dimensions: 18 1/2" H x 23 3/4" W x 11 3/4" D
item #1463086
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Rare Antique Japanese Tansu Chest Choba (Merchant) Lacquer Hinoki Edo
An antique Japanese Choba Tansu (merchant chest) made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware and Urushi lacquer finish. Removable hinged door opens to two large compartments where merchant books and store records were kept. Below are two drawers for additional storage. Side handles allow for easy placement of the chest in a room.
Age: Edo Period (1800-1850)
Dimensions: 25 3/4" Wide by 41 1/8" High by 17 1/4" Deep
Age: Edo Period (1800-1850)
Dimensions: 25 3/4" Wide by 41 1/8" High by 17 1/4" Deep
item #1462828
$5,000.00
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest Yonezawa Kotansu Kuri Meiji
An antique Japanese Yonezawa Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Kuri (Chestnut) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Warabite style handles and the round lock plates. Three large drawers provide spacious storage for organizing. Side handles provide for easy carrying of the chest. Originates from the Yonezawa region of Japan.
Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 26 1/2" Wide by 23" High by 13 1/4" Deep
Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 26 1/2" Wide by 23" High by 13 1/4" Deep
item #1462826
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Antique Japanese Nagoya Mizuya Tansu (Kitchen Chest) Keyaki Meiji Edo
An antique Japanese Nagoya Mizuya Tansu (kitchen chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Hinoki (Cypress) woods. All original bronze hardware. 2 section set. Upper section features 2 sets of sliding doors and four side by side drawers below. Bottom section has a pair of sliding doors and 3 side by side drawers. Originally used as a kitchen chest to store large jars of water, dishes, cooking utensils and serving ware. In a contemporary home, it will function well as a linen chest or beautiful... Click for details
item #1462822
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Antique Japanese Tansu Chest Kotansu (Personal Storage)
An antique Japanese Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Sugi (Cryptomeria) wood. Original hand forged iron hardware and Urushi lacquer finish including the full moon lock plates and the Warabite style handles. 3 full width drawers with a 3/4 width drawer and small drawer at the bottom. Constructed using straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails. Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)Dimensions: 22 1/8" Wide by 22 1/2" High by 12" Deep
item #1462819
$950.00
