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Fine Late 19th Century Bunraku Puppet of a Sambaso Dancer. This rare Bunraku puppet is operated by three Puppet Masters, who make it come
to life to present a magical theatrical experience. He is carved of wood and covered with Gofun. He wears a beautiful Robin egg blue and Saffron orange robes. His head is adorned with a silver and black hat featuring a rising sun. He is holding bells and a fan. 24.5 inches, 62cm.
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Late Edo Period Musha Ningyo of Ushiwaka- maru, a brave boy who grew up to be the great warrior Minamoto Yoshitsune. This is a
Ningyo of the finest quality. He has a wonderfully carved face and hands and sports a fantastic hair style and has a beautiful costume of sumptuous brocades. 8h x 6.75w inches, 20.5 x 17 cm.
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Extremely Rare Edo Period Isho Ningyo Pulling a Wagon with a Crane. Early 18th Century Ningyo like this very rarely come up for sale. This Isho Ningyo is
special, as it resembles a Karakui (mechanical) Ningyo. This important Ningyo has a classic face with painted features,
sumptuous embroidered textiles, and is pulling a cart that has a crane inside. It stands on a lacquered base. A similar example is in the Homa Museum in Japan. 14.5h x 9.5w inches, 37h x 24w cm.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1960
item #1001105
(stock #R296)
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$7300.00
$7300.00
Japanese Gosho Ningyô with Samurai Attire,
Signed by the 10th Generation Ningyo Artist Rozon. This master work is the results of ten generations and three centuries of ningyo artists. Unfortunately, it
seems it is the end of the line for this studio. The children are not
interested in continuing, which we think is sad. This Gosho is one of the most
amazing examples of 20th century Japanese art. It features so many wonderful
examples of great Japanese art forms. The face is just beautiful with inset
eyes and fine gofun finish. 25h x 19w inches, 63.5h x 48w cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1900
item #1001102
(stock #R79)
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$3950.00
$3950.00
Late Edo Period Takeda Ningyô of Kabuki Actor Dolls Portraying Benkie and Yoshitune. It is rare to find this type in such fine condition. This wonderfully mesmerizing work of art is so striking in its posing and
expression, positioned on a lacquered and wood platform. A fascinating find
for the Japanese theater enthusiast. 14h x 23w inches, 35.5h x 58.5w cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #1001100
(stock #R77)
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$7300.00
$7300.00
Rare Edo Period Kokin-bina Style of Empress & Emperor. Minor wear, fading to textile, otherwise fine condition. A classic, very early example of a Dairi-bina Imperial Couple for the Hina-matsuri Girl's Day celebration. The Emperor and Empress are seated atop a woven ungenberi fronted dais. They are a very fine early example. The emperor is wearing a lacquered court cap and tail, holding a shaku scepter, the me-bina lady is wearing a spectacular crown, and has a fabulous painted fan. All
formal court attire. Their presence evokes the period with their gorgeous
faces and sumptuous brocade and accessories. They are a masterpiece of the
art of Ningyo. 19h x 35.5w, 48h x 90w cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1900
item #1001095
(stock #R36)
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$2500.00
$2500.00
Exceptional Gonin Bayashi Five Musician set for the Hina Matsuri (Girl's Day)
celebration. Just a wonderful grouping: a chanter, flute player, two hand
drummers and a floor drummer, each with an expressive and well-modeled
face, finely carved fingers and hands in precise gestures for their
individual instruments, sumptuous silk brocade costumes, short swords,
silk fiber hair, and large inset glass eyes. They are of the finest quality. 7 inches, 18 cm tall.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1900
item #946045
(stock #R304)
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$7300.00
$7300.00
Musha Ningyo of Shoki the Demon Queller, mid-19th Century late Edo early Meiji Period. An unusually large and
early version holding a captured Oni (demon). This is a rare find for this
subject. He is powerful and majestic. His face carved of wood with crystal
eyes and massive beard and hair made of silk is a masterwork. He wears a
Chinese cap and a robe with gorgeous, sumptuous brocades. According to Japanese
folklore, the spirit of Shōki is able to scare away demons. Families with
male children even today display Ningyo of Shōki to ward off evil spirits
during the Boys' Day festival (Tango no Sekku, May 5th of each year). 23 inches (58.5cm) high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1837 VR
item #926725
(stock #R001)
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Musha Ningyo of Minamoto no Yoshitsune dressed for the Imperial Court.
He is wearing a fantastic brocade robe and a spectacular court hat. This wonderful
rare example of high quality has a great presence, sumptuous brocades, gold
lacquered armor, and many other fine details. His face is gorgeously and
masterfully carved with finely burnished gofun (white clam shell lacquer). An extraordinary example. Height: 22.5 inches, 57 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1837 VR
item #899333
(stock #R292)
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Extremely Rare Edo Period late 18th/early 19th Century Buraku Theater Puppet. This very large puppet was operated by three puppet masters, with an operator manipulating the head and face to create a wide variety of expressions. We think this puppet was used to portray Benkie, the 13th century warrior monk of Hieizan and trusted adviser to Yoshitsune. He wears a black velvet robe and
sumptuous textiles and fiercely brandishes his nagitana weapon. It is very unusual for a Bunraku puppet of
this quality, age, and size to come up for sale. Height: 48 inches, 122 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1700
item #897048
(stock #R297)
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$6500.00
$6500.00
Japanese Carved Wood Seated Figure of an Ascetic (fasting Buddha). This early
Edo Period 17th Century piece is a magnificent work of sculpture with dry lacquer surface
and some color with gold lacquer on the stand. He presents a haunting
spiritual aura and has the desired sheen for carvings of this age. We are
proud to offer this important museum quality masterpiece. 9.5h x 7w x 5d inches, 24h x 18w x 13d cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #897042
(stock #R295)
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Very early rare Edo Period Japanese ishô-ningyô of an Archer. It is a prototype of the takeda-ningyô Kabuki actor doll. This exceptional ningyô
is a fine artistic masterpiece. He has a classic face with
painted features creating a charming expression and is wearing sumptuous
brocades, possessing the presence of highly sought after early Edo ningyô. Height: 15 inches, 38 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1900
item #897026
(stock #R286)
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$4,500.00
$4,500.00
Gosho-ningyô or 'Palace Dolls' are among the most distinctive of the many Japanese doll forms. They were originally given as gifts within the imperial family. This fine example of a chubby boy holding a rope has a classic expression and playful posture. It is made of solid clay covered with gofun (oyster shell lacquer) with painted features and painted vest and a brocade
bib. Height: 7.5 inches, 19 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1920
item #896809
(stock #R287)
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Marvelous and Rare Sakura Porcelain Head Doll of a an American Baby Girl, with Bisque arms and legs.
Her clothes are all original. An absolute must for the serious doll collector. She has a wonderful presence and a beautiful
face.
Sakura dolls were the first attempt by Japanese doll companies to imitate
western porcelain doll making techniques, mainly for export purpose. Shinoda
and Morimura are the most famous manufacturing companies.
This doll is very distinctive, with big black eyes and black straight
bobbed hair. They were nick-named 'Sakura Bisque' or 'Sakura Doll' for the
cherry blossoms (the national flower of Japan) and were a great hit all over
the world. This doll is very distinctive, with big black eyes and black straight
bobbed hair. Height: 10 inches, 25.5 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #896778
(stock #R293)
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Exceedingly Rare 18th Century Japanese Karakuri-Ningyo (Mechanical Doll) of a
whimsical figure from the early Edo Period, classic in its form. This figure is
moved by strings and pulleys operated by three men hidden out of site. This
one was part of a festival float, possibly for the Gion (New Year) Festival. This
Ningyo has a fantastic face of the period. He is wearing a gorgeous costume of the
finest textiles and sumptuous brocades. He stands on top of a beautiful silver
lacquered stand featuring high relief flowers and leaves. Height: 23 inches, 58.5 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1920
item #896761
(stock #R285)
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$1050.00
$1050.00
A unique Japanese artistic creation of a Geisha Looking in a Mirror. She is set
inside of a glass enclosed presentation box The two sides are beveled glass
creating an arresting design of multiple images. From the front she catches her reflection in the mirror. This is the only
image we see of her face. She is so interesting in her creative style. Height: 12.5 inches, 32 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1900
item #896738
(stock #R289)
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$2450.00
$2450.00
Rare Meiji Period Japanese Court Lady Ningyo with chin-biki dog. Beautifully rendered with gorgeous hand crafted embroidery. The details are incredible, including that of the dog in red cape. This rare Ningyo is featured in 'Japanese Dolls, The
Fascinating World Of Ningyô' by Alan Scott Pate. Height: 10 inches, 25.5 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1910
item #896727
(stock #R294)
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Japanese Boys Day Horse. This white horse is of the highest
quality and artistry. Carved of palomar wood and lacquered 30 to 40
times with gofun (oyster shell lacquer) to create a naturalistic effect. It
is completed with the most fabulous trappings, a fine saddle, bells, and a
ponga Buddhist symbol on his back. Presented on a lacquered stand with fine
gold. The high quality makes it most likely that this fine piece was made for the Daimyo class, and may have been presented to a shrine. Height: 16 inches, 41 cm.