DESCRIPTION: A charming ivory carving of three pumpkin-shaped imps having a tug-of-war over a pumpkin blossom. Two imps hold tightly onto a rope while tugging against each other; a smaller imp holds a fan in his left hand while bracing another imp with his right. This carving has so much excellent detail such as the holes in the blossom, two whisks, wonderful facial expressions and a detailed carved bottom with signature. No losses, no repairs and dating to the 19th C. Meiji Period. DIMENSI... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: A fierce, carved ivory mythical beast with the head and tail of a Shi Shi, six horns (four growing from his back), and nine double inlaid “eyes of the Buddha.” This Japanese okimono is artist signed on the beast’s back leg. In Buddhism, nine eyes symbolize the nine vehicles of the Buddha's teachings. The third eye on the forehead is a symbol of enlightenment or knowledge. Dating from the early 20th C., and in excellent condition. DIMENSIONS: 2 1/8” wide (5.4 cm) x 1 ½” high (3.8 ... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: A large Japanese bronze brazier (or censer) of round globular form with pierced fitted cover, Meiji Period c. 1868-1912. The domed pierced lid forms a diaper pattern and dragon-form handles are mounted on the sides, wrapped with leather strips. An attractive golden color, it is signed on its base by the maker. In excellent condition with no dents, this substantial, heavy brazier would make a great fireside piece or decorative accent. DIMENSIONS: A large 15” in diameter (38 cm) x... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: A framed, hand painted Japanese study of a rooster, hen and chick executed in muted tones on brown rice paper. Artist signed on upper right, good condition (one or two small, minor scuffs); c. 1870. DIMENSIONS: 50” high (1.27 m) x 22” wide (56 cm) in frame.

DESCRIPTION: A well carved Japanese ivory sculpture (or okimono) depicting a fisherman who finds a large shell on the beach. To his surprise, a startled monkey emerges from the shell rather than a mollusk! The carving is of high-quality, illustrated by the fisherman’s movement, detailed straw hat and decorated robe, held together with a sash from which a tobacco pouch hangs. Meiji Period, 1868 – 1912 and artist signed on the base of the shell. Good condition with minor superficial age fissures... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: Four colorful 19th C. Japanese Imari plates with scalloped edges displaying cartouches containing floral designs in dark blue, iron red, green and gold. Each is in excellent condition with no chips or repairs. DIMENSIONS: Each 8 5/8” diameter (22 cm).