Framed traditional Indonesian artworks featuring a Wayang Kulit shadow puppet figure and a stylized Garuda emblem that was once part of a book. finely rendered on decorative panels with intricate border motifs. The right panel depicts a classic Javanese or Balinese noble character, likely drawn from Hindu epics such as the Mahabharata, painted in the elongated, stylized form associated with shadow puppetry. The left panel presents a detailed interpretation of Garuda, the mythical bird and... Click for details

Striking antique kutani yaki (九谷焼) plate featuring a central image of pheasants beneath blooming chrysanthemums, symbols of nobility and longevity in Japanese art. The design is set against a geometric scale-patterned background, bordered by vivid alternating green, red, and gold geometric motifs, and presented on a scalloped rim form.
This Kutani plate is finely hand-painted with polychrome overglaze enamels, a hallmark of Kutani ceramic tradition dating back to the 17th century.... Click for details

A vintage Kutani plate designed with 9 scalloped sides with a main image depicting a pair of pheasants next to lovely Chrysanthemums. The background shows stylized Japanese waves and feather-like design surrounding the 9 geometric diamond shapes. The back side features an arabesque design of flowers with vines.

This plate was made by the Japanese Kutani artist Temekichi Mitsui, III, born 1935 in Ehime Prefecture, Japan.

1961 Received the artist name "Tamekichi... Click for details

Japanese burl wood display stand, hand-cut from a natural burl slab approximately 1 inch thick, showcasing an intricate interplay of swirling grain, live edges, and rich color variation oxidation ranging from golden amber to deep reddish-brown. The organic, freeform shape and highly figured surface make this a perfect complement for the display of fine art objects.
These stands, known in Japan as jita (地板) or shikidai (敷台), were often used in traditional tokonoma alcoves or as... Click for details

Japanese bronze vase with a rich patina and detailed high-relief design of two koi carp swimming in circular motion, their eyes inlaid with fine gilt or mixed metal detail. The form is full and balanced, allowing the fish to appear as if moving fluidly through water. The surface patina transitions subtly across the form, enhancing the naturalistic qualities of the koi and adding visual depth.
Kiri wood (ceder) wood tomobako included

Signed on bottom

Age: 20th... Click for details

Japanese antique carving of a dragon. Carved of hinoki wood, lacquered and painted with gold and polychrome mineral pigments. This dragon once graced the inside of a Buddhist shrine in a prominent household or temple. Both the carving and the painting is masterfully done with details to the individual scales, long metal whiskers and reverse-painted-glass eyes.
Symbolic of strength, power and transformation, the dragon can also represent nobility and wisdom.

Age: Edo Period... Click for details

Japanese antique hinoki wood panel carved with lush blossoming peonies. Painted with gold lacquer, the flowers stand out against the black lacquer frame.
This carving would have once graced the inside of a Buddhist household shrine. The peony flowers symbolize beauty, wealth and prosperity and are associated with samurai families as a symbol of honor and bravery.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 7" high x 43 1/2" long x 1 1/2" deep

Japanese antique large votive plaque, Ema, painted with a beautiful black, prancing horse. Made of wood and painted with mineral colors. The frame is lacquered black with decorative copper hardware.
The word "Ema" literally means "horse painting". These votive plaques are usually found at Shinto shrines and were intended as a means to show thanks for a blessing or to ask for good luck. Writing on the back of the ema usually gives the specifics of a prayer. Through time, ema have become... Click for details

Japanese antique carving of Bodhidharma, the monk founder of Zen Buddhism. Made of a large bamboo section and intricately carved to show Daruma's intense expression. He stands with flowing robes and large nimbus against a textured background. Made to hang on the wall.
Daruma figures represent perseverance and are believed to bring good fortune.

Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)

Dimensions: 35 3/4" high x 6" wide x 2 1/2" deep

An antique iron Chagama (water kettle for tea) in the form of Mt Fuji. Mountain forest trees are depicted in relief on both sides. Baku style ears each hold the iron handles. Bronze lid has a rotating finial for fast cooling and handling.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 8" High by 9 1/2" Diameter.