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22.51 SCALLOPED BOWL. Early 1900's Japanese Satsuma bowl with scalloped rim. This high quality porcelain bowl is finely hand-painted with a blue bird perched amidst Chrysanthemum blossoms overlooking a stream while its mate takes flight. The bowl is further decorated with recuring geometerics designs below the rim and with two floral sprays on the exterior. All of the painting is delicately enhanced with very fine gilding details. It is finished in a crackleware glaze and is signed on the bottom with the Satsuma mark and a single character. 3 3/4 inches in diameter and 1 3/4 inches high. Perfect. 149

SIGNATURE

22.4 WOOD CARVING. Superb 19th century Japanese wood carving of Shoki or "Demon Fighter." He is sculpted wearing long flowing garments and a hat with ear-like tassels (one missing) and is standing on a base decorated in pine tree motifs. In his left hand Shoki is holding a double gourd-shaped fruit (a symbol of longevity and a charm used to ward off demons). In his right hand behind his back, he holds a fan next to a long elaborate sword. On his left are carvings of two frightened children in need of his protection. Remnants of cloisonné wires inlaid into the surface suggest that this piece was originally decorated with multicolor enamels. The medium is very dense and extremely heavy, quite possibly rosewood, now aged with exposure. Treatment of details and plasticity of forms indicate that this carving was executed by a skilled master. Circa 1870. 16 inches high by 7 1/2 inches wide. 795


DETAIL	BACK

22.50 JAPANESE KUTANI FIGURE. Early 1900's glazed and hard fired earthenware figure of a "Hotei" carrying a fan. This GOOD LUCK symbol is very finely hand-painted and molded depicting the joyous scholar in classical Japanese dress in very fine detail. 6 inches tall and in perfect original condition. 149

22.49 LACQUERWARE BOX. Really very nice turn-of-the-last century Chinese red lacquer jewelry box with gilded underpainting. This all wood box with silverplate brass fittings is decorated on the top, all four sides and inside the lid. The top bears an ethereal scene of trees, houses, boats and clouds with three human figures depicted. The sides have similar scenes. The inside lid is very nicely painted with 5 personages in a courtyard with a tree and temple pagodas. Of great interest is the fact that the folding lid clasp is decorated with a reticulated, double-sided swastika. The early Oriental form opens counterclockwise, whereas the Nazi form ran clockwise. As displayed closed, the latch depicts the Nazi form! 5 1/4 inches long, 3 1/2 inches wide and 1 3/4 inches high. Outstanding original condition showing a lovely old age patina. 149


OPEN	INTERIOR	TOP

22.41 CARVED IVORY BOX. Exquisite carved and pierced jewelry box constructed entirely from ivory! This magnificent example of Oriental artisanry is delicately carved on all six sides with interlacing circular designs on the top and "star busts" patterns on the sides overlaid by flowering branches and perching birds! The execution is of the finest order. The pierced elements are literally paper thin and defy imagination! The lidded box has stout brass stop hinges which allow the lid to remain open in a fixed position. The lid closes with a remarkably tight, precision fit, engaging the old skeleton keyed lock which still works! The delicate elements of this box are faced with solid ivory edging and carved, raised feet which make the box surprisingly utilitarian. The bottom of the box consists of a single solid panel of ivory!. 4 1/2 inches long by 3 inches wide and 2 1/4 inches high. Unbelievably fine, well preserved original condition with a slight age patina and good signs of age. 495


FRONT	BACK	TOP	END	DETAIL

22.46 BOWL. Substantial very early 1900's Chinese pottery bowl hand molded with an irregular rim and sinuous center divider. The interior and upper outer surfaces are finished in a lovely celedon crackle glaze. The front, in the unglazed clay finish, is decorated with very realistically sculpted sea shells atop coral and is signed with two very complex impressed "chop" marks. 7 inches in diameter by 3 inches high. Perfect condition. 195


INTERIOR	SIGNATURE

22.45 BOWL. Early 1900's Japanese Kyoto studioware bowl with twig handle. This free form bowl is hand decorated with salmon color floral designs enhanced by irridescent green "leaves" inside and out. The center bears a large single character mark. 5 inches in diameter by 1 1/2 inches high. Unusual in that the handle has survived. Perfect condition. 95

BOTTOM

22.44 BOWL. Early 1900's Japanese studioware bowl with irregular rim. This hand thrown earthenware bowl is innovative for its time, being decorated in starkly contrasting black and white glazes, with the white further enchanced by hand painted floral sprays inside and out. Signed with a large 3 character mark on the base. 6 inches in diameter by 2 3/4 inches high. Perfect condition. 95

SIGNATURE

22.43 BOWL. Turn-of-the-last-century Japanese porcelain bowl decorated in the Kutani manner with 3 cartouches depicting early carts filled with flowers bordered by several circles containing complex geometric designs. All are enhanced by hand-painted gold detailing inside and out. The bottom is signed with a 3 character mark. 8 1/4 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. Perfect condition. 195

SIGNATURE

22.42 PLATE. Small Chinese Imari porcelain plate with finely painted floral and geometeric motifs in red and blue enamel enhanced with gold. Signed on the bottom with a 2 character mark. 4 1/4 inches in diameter and 1 1/4 inches thick. Perfect condition. Circa 1900. 89

SIGNATURE

22.40 COVERED BOWL. Early 1900's Japanese Satsuma bowl with matching lid. This high quality porcelain bowl is finely decorated with an exotic bird amidst Chrysanthemum blossoms under a Magnolia tree. It is further decorated with floral motifs all delicately enhanced with very fine gilding details. It is finished in a crackleware glaze and is signed on the bottom with two characters. A third character matches that of the underside of the lid. The lid is equipped with a loop handle. Interestingly, the continuous scene on the bowl and lid are painted in such a way that it fits in only one position. 5 inches tall by 5 inches in diameter. Perfect. 149

UNDERSIDES

22.39 PLATTER. Large and impressive late 19th or very early 20th century Japanese Satsuma earthenware plate beautifully hand-decorated depicting a marriage ceremony between a Samurai warrior and a Geisha. As standing sage gives his blessing, the groom is offers a golden scroll to the bride. She accepts with her right hand as she is shown holding a fan in her left. The entire scene is entirely surrounded by exquisite detailed floral designs enhanced with gilding. The underside is finished in a mellow white glaze. 12 inches in diameter. Perfect. 250

BOTTOM

22.38 POTTERY BOWL. Mid-19th century hand-thrown pottery bowl with the interior decorated in polychrome enamels depicting a noblewoman sitting on the edge of her bed with food and tea, while an attendant brings a rolled coverlet. The rim of the bowl is painted and below it are inscriptions describing the scene. The maker's signature is a two character mark painted within a box and sealed with overglaze green. The entire bowl is finished in a very fine crackleware glaze. A small, very old hairline is in evidence near the lady. 7 inches in diameter by 2 1/2 inches high. A rare, early form. 195

SIGNATURE

22.37 STAND. Genuine, late 19th century hand-made stand constructed entirely of solid rosewood. This lovely display is gracefully designed with 4 inwardly curved feet and a raised plinth having a large flat display surface with raised edges to prevent items on top from slipping off. It is very well made with heavy wooden supports and a cross brace underneath. Underscoring its subtle beauty, fine inlays of sterling silver wire form geometrical patterns adorning all four sides. 16 inches long and 11 inches wide by 4 inches high. Outstanding, indeed remarkable, original condition. Ideal for displaying fine porcelains or a cherished bonsai. 269


PERSPECTIVE	UNDERSIDE

22.36 INCENSE BURNER. Early 1900's Japanese studio stoneware pottery censor. This bulbous two-piece burner is supported on round tripod feet. The lid contains 9 holes to vent aromatic wafts of incense. A knob in the form of a flower lifts the lid which is decorated with painted lotus blossoms and a two character mark. The lid seats nicely onto the base which is equipped with 3 "keepers" for a perfect, secure fit. The base has a pedestal on which cone incense may be placed or in which stick incense can be supported. Signed on the base with an impressed four character mark. 4 1/4 inches in diameter by 3 inches high. Perfect.


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22.35 URN. Late 19th century Japanese studio bronze urn, beautifully decorated with inlaid abalone shell. The jar with fluted gilt mouth exhibits a rich, dark brown patina which makes a striking backdrop for literally hundreds of tiny pieces of abalone shell inlaid into its hand-cut sides. The scene depicted is a Geisha and sage in prayerful posture next to the sea. Trees, a pagoda and mountains surround the scene with birds and clouds above. Painstakingly executed! 7 inches tall by 4 inches in diameter. The gold around the mouth is tarnished with age, otherwise outstanding condition. 195

SIDE

22.32 ROSE MEDALLION PLATE. Late 19th century Chinese porcelain plate hand-painted in free from Rose Medallion fashion, including a colorful bird, butterflies, rose and chrysanthemums, and even a June bug! Light blue underglaze with gilded highlights. Yellow-trimmed rim. Signed with a six character mark. 7 1/2 inches in diameter. 95

BOTTOM

22.34 PORCELAIN FIGURINE. First half 20th century Chinese porcelain figurine depicting an immortal walking amidst the waves with a scroll in his hand. Finely hand-decorated in shades of green, blue, pink, purple and orange underglaze enamels. 6 inches high. Perfect. Much more scarce than a mud man! 69


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22.31 CARVED TEMPLE. Incredible, hand-carved 7-tier solid stone pagoda! This intricate old Chinese architectural piece was carved out of a single block of shiny soapstone exhibiting subtle, naturally occurring shades of beige, brown, gold and red. This carving was executed with extremely fine and crisp detail. Signed on the bottom with a two character mark. 7 1/2 inches tall by 4 inches wide at the base. Excellent original condition noting one tiny chip to one out of the 42 eves only. 95

22.29 LIDDED JAR. Very early 1900's Japanese Moriage (pronounced "more-e-ah-gee") earthenware container. This hand-thrown studioware jar is meticulously covered with colorful hand-painted floral designs on the lid and court scenes with Samurai on the sides. All are done in the high relief typical of Moriage glazes. In some areas the background was done in subtle shades of pink red and blue with crackle glaze, adding to the overall complexity and appeal. The entire jar is glazed inside and out except where the lid fits the rim, indicative of highest quality. 6 1/2 inches in diameter and 8 inches tall overall. Absolutely flawless original condition! 295


REVERSE	UNDER LID	BOTTOM

22.28 VASE. Charming second half of the 19th century near miniature Chinese rose medallion vase. This colorful hard-fired porcelain urn is meticulously hand-painted with a variety of vignettes framed in "windows" formed with recurring "C" designs, roses, leaves and butterflies -- all on a gold background. There are 6 scenes. Surrounding the neck are 2 of individual Mandarins and two of flowering roses with buds. The two largesest scenes on the body depict people in a courtyard setting on one side. The other is a free form scene of an exotic bird, butterflies, roses, fruiting tree branches and even a June bug! The top rim of the vase around the mouth, is also decorated with recurring floral designs in Rose Medallion fashion. The execution of all painting is of the highest order with exquisite detail, much of it in slight relief. The vase measures 7 3/4 inches tall by 2 1/4 inches wide at the mouth and 2 3/4 inches wide overall. Excellent condition showing very little wear around the rim. Guaranteed to be a rare original example over 100 years old. Sure to be a prized possession of the lucky buyer! 495

In the reference book "Chinese Export Porcelain," Shiffer Publishing, Exton, Pennsylvania, 1975 co-authors Herbert, Peter and Nancy Schiffer depict a vase nearly identical in form on page 234 describing it as a "vase with an unusually deep decorated lip and an infrequently seen form."


DETAIL	REVERSE	BOTTOM	PLATE

22.27 VASE. Genuine light green Chinese celadon vase with carved and incised decoration consisting of scrolled leaf motifs in the center and lappets on the neck and base. Late 19th/early 20th century. 10 inches high by 6 inches in diameter. Perfect. 95

BOTTOM

22.26 KUTANI ASHTRAY. Very early 1900's Japanese ashtray with hand-painted decoration of "100 Samurai" and a poem. The base of the ashtray is further decorated with a red band embellished with hand-painted interlocking arches in gold. Splendid execution. The characters comprising the poem are so fine as to require magnification to be read! Signed on the base with a two character Japanese mark. 6 1/2 inches in diameter and standing 2 inches high. Perfect. 295


PERSPECTIVE	DETAIL	SIGNATURE

22.25 KUTANI JAR. Early 1900's Japanese studio porcelain jar signed "Kutani" with a Japanese mark on the bottom. This narrow-mouth jar is decorated with raised turquoise elements enhanced by gilded flowers and white chrysanthemums also delicately trimmed in gold. The sides are meticulously decorated with literally hundreds of Japanese characters which relate poems about the seasons of the year. The jar measures 4 1/2 inches high by 4 1/4 inches in diameter and is in perfect condition. Beautifully executed.

SIGNATURE

22.24 URNS. Fine matched pair of turn-of-the-last-century Japanese art bronze urns. This lovely set consists of two finely cast and turned bronze jars with fluted openings. They were covered in gold enamel then the sides were meticulously hand-engraved with two scenes: one depicting a fisherman, hotei and sage; the other a standing Samurai, a geisha playing a stringed instrument, an elder and a seated happy Buddha. Each beautifully engraved figure is enhanced with silver, gilding, copper and black oxidation for a lovely effect. Both are signed with the artist's 2-character mark signature. These jars stand 8 1/4 inches high and 3 3/4 inches wide. They are in good condition with no dents or cracks, however there are several minor flaws in the enameled surfaces, some of which will remove with cleaning. We have chosen not to polish or clean. A very nice example of Japanese art studio metalware at a very reasonable price -- only 125 each. Sold as a pair. 250


DETAIL	SIGNATURE	BACKS

22.23 CHINESE VASE. Large and impressive Chinese Rose Medallion vase from the second half of the 19th century. This colorful hard-fired porcelain vase is meticulously hand-painted with a variety of vignettes framed in "windows" formed with recurring "C" designs and roses, leaves and butterflies. There are 6 scenes depicting people in courtyard settings and 4 scenes of birds, butterflies and flowers. The sides of the vase on the neck are embellished in gold with fu dogs and dragons in high relief. The top rim of the vase, around the mouth, is also decorated with recurring floral designs in Rose Medallion fashion. The execution of all the painting is of very high quality with excellent detail. The vase stands 18 inches tall and is 9 inches in diameter at the widest. Excellent condition with no chips or cracks. Circa 1870. Qing, Guangxu Dynasty. 1795


REVERSE	DETAIL	BASE

22.22 DOUBLE GOURD VASE. Japanese studio vase of porcelain in double gourd shape finely decorated with floral motifs, enhanced by gilding. Signed on the base with four character mark. Remnants of old paper label. 9 1/2 inches high. Circa 1900. Perfect. 395

SIGNATURE

22.21 PLANTER PAIR. Fine, matched pair of octagonally shaped antique Chinese porcelain planters with turquoise blue glaze interior walls and bottoms. The exterior walls are glazed white and decorated with red and gold geometric motifs. 6 1/2 inches in diameter by 3 inches deep. Both have the same maker's mark on bottom. Guaranteed to be authentic and not later copies. Circa 1870. Both perfect. 225/pair

22.20 FIGURAL PLANTER. Quite scarce, very charming 2nd half 19th century Chinese pottery plant stand decorated in fired polychrome enamels with high relief depicting three old men seated playing checkers under pine trees. 5 inches high by 7 3/4 inches wide. Circa 1870. Perfect. 375

22.19 FAMILLE ROSE VASE. Scare form, Chinese "double gourd" Famile Rose porcelain vase with polychrome enamel decorations. 5 inches high by 3 inches in diameter (widest). Guaranteed to be authentic, as described, and not a later copy. Circa 1890. Perfect. 95

22.18 ROSE MEDALLION TEA POT. Antique Rose Medallion teapot with cover decorated with traditional polychrome enamel scenes. Original wire handle with cloth wrap. Circa 1890. 7 inches high by 7 inches wide. Perfect. 225


SIDE	FRONT

22.17 ROSE MEDALLION ELEVATED COMPOTE. Very rare form mid-19th century Chinese export Rose Medallion footed compote. This elevated platter made for the Western market is finely decorated in polychrome and gilding depicting important personages in court scenes, birds, butterflies and floral motifs in the center. These panels are encircled by a fully reticulated gilded surface which is rimmed with recurring raised rose and floral motifs on the periphery. The quality of painting in these scenes is of the highest order. Remarkably the underside, in fired white glaze, is also decorated with rose motifs and the base is painted in the same recurring design as the rim. 10 1/2 inches in diameter and 4 1/2 inches high. Perfect. 1950


TOP	DETAIL	BOTTOM

22.15 SATSUMA EWER. Oval Japanese Satsuma "ewer" or tea server with applied "dragon" handle and spout. The cover is adorned with a "baby dragon" finial. All surfaces are very finely decorated in gilt-enhanced polychrome enamels with panels depicting sages seated in a circle and cartouches containing miniature scenes of samurai with children. It bears the Satsuma regional mark and is signed on base. 4 3/4 inches high by 4 inches wide. Perfect.. 995


SIDE	SIGNATURE

22.14 SCALLOPED SATSUMA BOWL. Particulary fine late 19th century Japanese Satsuma bowl with with rare form scalloped rim. The inside is minutely decorated in exquisite detail with a central square panel depicting figures of Samurai, ladies and children. Surrounding the main scene are smaller panels in rectangular and fan shapes. They contain miniature landscapes and flower motifs. The background is decorated in a patchwork composition with various shapes, colors and patterns. The outside of the bowl is decorated with a continuous decorative band of finely painted flowers and rhomboid designs. It is signed on the base "Yuzan". 6 inches in diameter by 2 1/4 inches high. Circa 1890. Perfect. 2100


BOTTOM	SIGNATURE

22.13 HEXAGONAL SATSUMA VASE. Rare form late 19th century Japanese Satsuma vase in a hexagonal shape. It is very finely decorated with polychrome enamels and gilding. One panel depicts a pair of ducks among flowering chrysanthemums and bamboo trees. The other shows cranes flying above mountainous terrain with a lake, village and blossoming wisteria. Meiji period, circa 1890. Signed on the base. 5 inches high by 2 3/4 inches in diameter. Perfect. 695


REVERSE	SIGNATURE

22.11 IVORY OKIMONO. Finely carved late 19th century Japanese ivory carving of a woodsman with his ax carrying a basket of firewood. Signed on base "Takeba". Meiji period. Circa 1890. 6 1/4 inches high. Excellent condition. 495

BACK

22.10 KUTANI FU DOG. Really charming late 19th century Japanese Kutani Fu Dog. This shishi is of quality porcelain construction with a deep blue glaze on a brown glazed base with pierced sides. 10 1/2 inches high by 7 inches wide. This little guy has a lot of character and he is Perfect. 695


REVERSE	BOTTOM

22.8 ROSE MEDALLION VASE. Large cylindrical Chinese Rose Medallion vase with flared neck. The sides have gilded handles molded in the form of Fu Dog heads holding rings. The surface is exquisitely hand painted with panels of people in the court settings, flowers, birds and butterfly motifs. 19th century. 15 inches high by 7 inches in daimeter. Perfect. 1395


SIDE	REVERSE

22.6 PAIR, KUTANI CATS. Matching pair of Japanese Kutani Calico cats adorned with red ribbons and finely painted fur details in black and gold colors. The kittens are charmingly depicted sleeping. Early 20th century. Sizes 7 inches long by 3 inches high and 5 inches long by 2 1/2 inches high. Perfect. 995

22.5 UMBRELLA STAND. Large Japanese earthenware umbrella stand glazed with red matte finish, decorated in relief with dragons chasing pearls. 24 inches high by 8 1/2 inches in diameter. Perfect. 495

DETAIL

22.3 SATSUMA LANTERN. Extremely rare, especially fine Satsuma lantern in the form of a pagoda on an elaborate pedestal with multilevel base, shrine, and a domed hexagonal pagoda-style temple roof. The entire surface is exquisitely painted in very fine detail using polychrome enamels and gilding. Three stacking sections. It is signed on the base "Senzan." 13 3/4 inches high. Perfect.


DETAIL	SIGNATURE