An antique 2 section Kimono chest (Isho Tansu) made of rare solid Kuwa (Mulberry) and Kiri (Paulwonia) woods. All original bronze and iron hardware. Two sliding doors with beautiful scrolling frame behind which lies a lift-off door, small drawer and a split level shelf with hand carved bamboo-like details. Three side by side drawers and 5 full width drawers below.

Age: Taisho Period (1920-1926)

Dimensions: 37 1/8" Wide by 63" High by 16 5/8" Deep

An antique Japanese large merchant chest (Choba Tansu) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Aka Matsu (Red Pine) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Hikute handles. Functional design with 7 exterior drawers, a pair of sliding doors (where store records and books were kept) and a hinged security door that hides 2 small drawer where valuables were stored. Constructed with side slats for strength and support.

Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)

Dimensions: 73" Wide by 37... Click for details

Antique Indian miniature painting of ladies in a harem. The wife or woman of highest stature is waited on by three lovely ladies. All four of the women are clothed in ornate textiles and with fine jewelry. The seated lady is being served wine in a small gold cup. Painted in gouache and gold on paper. Dates from the 18th/19th century.

Dimensions: 5 3/8" high x 3 1/2" wide

Antique Indian miniature painting of a scene with two beautiful ladies in a courtyard. It appears that the ladies picnic has been disturbed by the antics of a cat and bird. At their feet is a spread of fruit and wine. Also a small cage. One could imagine a scene where the bird has escaped and is being chased by the cat. The women pursue the cat and the escaped bird. White doves fly in the blue sky above the walls of the inner courtyard. Painted in gouache on paper. Minor losses to... Click for details

Antique Japanese small two-panel screen painting of Kiyomizu-dera temple. The scene shows the famous main hall platform that stands high above the trees on a cliff overlooking Kyoto. Kiyomizu-dera temple was founded in 778 and is now a World Heritage Site. This painting also shows the surrounding area with it's many smaller buildings, stone walls and elaborate gates. Painted in sumi ink and mineral colors on paper.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 16" high x 30... Click for details

Antique Japanese hokai, lidded container for Ka-awase shell game. This unusual square shaped hokai has a footed base and it's sides are fashioned with many horizontal ridges. With faceted corners and intricate gold and black lacquer. A flower and lattice motif with reserves of birds and young pine shoots. The interior of the box is lacquered a dark brownish black. Extensive gilt copper hardware with incised details of scrolling vines.

Age: Meiji Period... Click for details

Antique Chinese scroll painting of a mountain landscape. Rolling hills spotted with trees. A scholarly figure looks out from his hut. A stream flows down the hillside and under a small bridge. All around is a lush growth of various types of plants and trees. A painting with seal of Zhang Daqian (1899–1983) inspired by a landscape painting by Kun Can (1612–1674). Age early 20th century.

Dimensions: Scroll size: 90" high x 21 1/2" wide (25" wide including rollers). Artwork: ... Click for details

Chinese Porcelain brush pot with oxblood glaze over white porcelain. Underside is marked with cobalt blue double rings. Shows use,some minor ware. Dates from the 20th century.

Dimensions: 4 3/4" high x 3 1/2" diameter

A symbol of longevity and hope for happiness Minogame temple party headpiece. Gilt gold embossed details over leather hide. The detailed head resembles on of a dragon. Horsehair depicts the long flowing seaweed from the back of the turtle. Condition consistent with age. Complete
Comes with original Hitsu box.

“A crane lives a thousand years, a turtle, ten thousand.” The turtle, along with the crane and the pine tree, is one of three frequently used images to convey... Click for details

This antique Japanese merchant chest (Choba Tansu) is a rare and exquisite piece of Japanese history. It was crafted using Paulownia (Kiri) and Cryptomeria (Sugi) woods. The chest features all original hand-forged iron fittings and hardened wood nail construction. Features 6 drawers and a lift-out door behind which business books and records were stored. The chest is in excellent condition especially considering its very long history.

Age: Edo Period (circa 1800-1850)

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