All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #1084304
(stock # R332)
Japanese Art Site
$3950.00
$3950.00
Pair of 18th Century Japanese Carved Stone Sculptures of the Female Buddha Sattva with
beautifully polychromed colors. Inscribed on the back. These rare figures are important artifacts of Buddhism and they transmit a wonderful spiritual presence. Heights: 10.5 and 10 inches, 27 and 25.5 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #934826
(stock #0180)
Japanese Art Site
SOLD
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Edo Period Kyogen Theater Karura (Garuda) Mask, donated in the 19th Century by the prominent collector, Dr. C.G. Weld to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Karura is a mythical fire-breathing bird-human creature from Buddhist-Hinduist mythology. A fine and rare example. Wood with lacquer. 8 x 6.25 inches, 20.5 x 16 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #1031047
(stock #R001)
Japanese Art Site
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Rare and Spectacular Edo Period Musha Ningyo of Toyotomi Hideyoshi (circa 1780). A musha ningyo (Warrior doll or Boy's Day doll) modeled after the seated
Toyotomi Hideyoshi
in armor with an eboshi winged hat and a sword, holding a
gunbai-uchiwa (military fan). This is the first one found by the same maker as
the Hideyoshi in the famed Ayervais collection (cf. "Ningyo, the Art
of the Human Figurine " Japan Society 1995 page 34, and "Ningyo, the Art of the
Japanese Doll" by Alan Pate published by Tuttle. Exhibitions: Japan Society
1995, Metropolitan Museum 2001, Mingei Museum 2005.) This Musha Ningyo of Toyotomi Hideyoshi is considered the finest quality
example from the Edo Period, and is in fine condition. Incredibly carved face covered in
many layers of varnished gofun. Wearing sumptuous silk brocades. Toyotomi Hideyoshi (1537-1598) unified Japan after the Muromachi government lost control.
The period of his rule, Momoyama is named after Hideyoshi's castle. 14h x 15w inches, 35.5h x 38w cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Earthenware : Pre 1800
item #626806
(stock #R71)
Japanese Art Site
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Rare, Early Japanese Satsuma Censer. A fine example of Satsuma ware with beautiful complex underglazes of gold, red, blue, green and white, and featuring auspicious
Crane and Floral motifs, creating a beautiful design on a gorgeous shape with
stunning handles and cast silver top of raised flowers. A great find for the
Satsuma collector. Late 18th Century Edo Period. 3 inches (7.5cm)h, 4 inches (10cm)w. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society. Pristine Condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #697566
(stock #R47)
Japanese Art Site
$2300.00
$2300.00
An early pair of Japanese Kutani Porcelain Shishi (Foo Dogs). These unique porcelains
have a rich brown glaze with black and white under glaze. They have a wonderful mythological presence. 7 x 4.5 inches, 18 x 11.5 cm each. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #1154894
(stock #R331)
Japanese Art Site
$2900.00
$2900.00
Edo Period Japanese Noh Theater Mask of Kawazu, an Oni with a Golden Hair Beard, circa 1700. A very rare early example with a powerful presence. 8 x 6.5 inches, 20.25 x 16.5 cm. Height with the beard is 19 inches (48.25 cm).
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #626909
(stock #R171)
Japanese Art Site
$9900.00
$9900.00
Edo Period (circa 1750) Large Japanese Wood Sculpture of a Shrine Horse, a gift from an
upper-class family to a shrine. Images of Horses are highly prized in Japan. It is commissioned and presented to protect a newborn male child. Rising up on its back legs, set to gallop, it strikes an animated, exciting, and beautiful pose that sets it apart from the usual static poses that these horses have. The curves of the sculpture are masterfully rendered to convey the sense of action and spirit in this rare horse. It has a great
presence from all angles, and a wonderful color and patina. 25 inches (63.5cm) tall x 38.75 inches (98.5cm) long. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #1218868
(stock #0655)
Japanese Art Site
$4000.00
$4000.00
Extremely Rare 18th Century Edo Period (circa 1780) Musha Ningyô (Japanese Boys Day Figures) representing the famed brave warrior, Kato Kiyomasa (1562-1611), who accompanied Hideyoshi on his campaign against Korea. He is gloriously represented here, along with his attendant holding a banner. Kato is wearing sumptuous brocades, a black velvet trim robe with gold trim and is holding a spear with a sword at his side. He is in a kneeling position. Kato Figure: 12 inches (30.5 cm) high x 13 inches (33 cm) wide, Spear: 20 inches (51 cm); Attendant: 9.5 inches (24 cm) wide, Banner: 21 inches (53 cm).
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #775383
(stock #R233)
Japanese Art Site
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Late 18th Century Musha Ningyo of Minamoto no Yoshitsune. This wonderful early example of high quality has a great presence, sumptuous
brocades, gold lacquered armor, a spectacular helmet, and many other fine details.
His face is gorgeously and masterfully carved with finely burnished Gofun. An extraordinary example. Figure height: 15.75 inches, 40 cm. Overall dimensions: 20 x 20 inches, 51 x 51 cm. Excellent Condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #934650
(stock #0179)
Japanese Art Site
$4,000.00
$4,000.00
A unique Edo Period Tengu (Devilish Imp) Mask with a handle in the back for use in parades. In fact, this was purchased in Japan in the 1960's directly from the parade participant who was using it, after the parade was over. A rare piece from a renowned collection. 8h x 5w x 5.75d inches, 20.5 x 12.5 x 14.5 cm. Wood with traces of pigment. From the collection of Irwin Hersey, renowned author on Asian and primitive art, and publisher of the Primitive Art Newsletter in the 1970s. Irwin Hersey was an advisor to museums and prominent collectors, and vetted pieces for many of the international tribal art fairs and Asian art fairs.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #934970
(stock #0190)
Japanese Art Site
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
Very Fine and Rare Edo Period Usobuki Kyogen Mask in Excellent Condition. 8h x 5.5w inches, 20.5h x 14w cm. From the collection of Irwin Hersey, renowned author on Asian and primitive art, and publisher of the Primitive Art Newsletter in the 1970s. Irwin Hersey was an advisor to museums and prominent collectors, and vetted pieces for many of the international tribal art fairs and Asian art fairs.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #626546
(stock #R69)
Japanese Art Site
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Pair of Important 18th Century Edo Period Cricket Cages of museum quality, made for upper
class or royalty. They are exceptional in every way. The Bamboo bars and
Mother of Pearl inlay are of the finest Japanese craftsmanship, as are the Wisteria
wood cases and red lacquered feet. Work like this is extremely rare and highly
treasured in Japan. This is a unique opportunity to own an extraordinary work of Japanese art. 9 inches (23cm) tall x 8.25 inches (21cm) wide x 5.75 inches (14.5cm) deep. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #653566
(stock #R191)
Japanese Art Site
$2050.00
$2050.00
Late 18th Century Gonin-Bayashi, Five Japanese Musicians displayed on a Hina stand. This set was made as an addition to those Ningyo already displayed on a tiered stand. They imitate a Noh orchestra. This set has very finely carved faces, covered with burnished Gofun. Because of their size and age, these are highly desired by collectors. Average height of figures is 4 inches (10 cm).
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #1001100
(stock #R77)
Japanese Art Site
$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 1800
item #896778
(stock #R293)
Japanese Art Site
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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 1800
item #1132141
(stock #R607)
Japanese Art Site
$25,000.00
$25,000.00
A large, rarest of rare Japanese 18th century Bijin Saga Ningyo, depicting a standing female holding her flowing kimono.
Saga Ningyo are the most sought after
of all Japanese Ningyo. They are almost never seen on the market, and only rarely enter Western collections, public or private. This is a once-in-a
-lifetime opportunity for the serious connoisseur of Japanese art.
This finely carved and sculpted figure is a masterpiece from all angles. The rich
pigmentation of the robes are built up with pigments in a technique called
'moriage'. The many classic patterns are extraordinary. Saga Ningyo are very
different from more familiar Japanese Ningyo forms.
This Saga Ningyo, an exceptional and magical presence to behold, is of an
unusually large size (18.5 inches, 47 cm), significantly larger than most known
examples. The exact and detailed treatment of her kosode kimono, the flowing
lines of the carving, the elegant arrangement of her comb-secured hairstyle, and the rendering of her gorgeous face, is an artistic achievement on the highest level.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1800
item #1031039
(stock #R004)
Japanese Art Site
$6600.00
$6600.00
Edo Period Musha-ningyo of Minister Takenouchi no Sukune and Attendant. Superb
large-scale Edo period example (circa 1800) of Musha-ningyo warrior dolls for
the Boy's Day display. Takenouchi is depicted kneeling and holding the baby Ojin in his arms. He has an unusually animated and well-rendered
face, with fine gofun lacquer and painted features. Both figures have rich silk brocades in near mint
condition. Height: 15 inches, 38 cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1800
item #1132140
(stock #R606)
Japanese Art Site
$4750.00
$4750.00
Rare and wonderful Kyogen Theater mask dating from the Edo period, the golden age of Noh Drama. Kyogen are short, humorous skits performed between Noh acts to lighten the mood. He has gold eyes with a rich red lacquer finish. Red represents both drunkenness and healing. The large nose gives a striking sense of comic drama. This fine mask is brilliantly carved, accentuating the depth of the mask, and adding a sense of comic theater. 8.25 by 6.5 inches, 21 x 16.5 cm.