Head from Colossal Statue of Guardian
wood, iron
18th century
Japan

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Time for a Spring Sorting

Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) tansu with hand-forged iron fittings.

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Netsuke of a seated dog wearing a bell
Carved Ivory
18th century
Unsigned
Japan

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A light helmet worn by samurai and ashigaru (foot soldiers), the jingasa served both as protection and as a distinctive mark. This example, crafted in lacquered wood, bears a mon (clan emblem) indicating its owner's affiliation. The jingasa thus embodies the alliance between military utility and aesthetic refinement characteristic of Japan during the Edo period.

JINGASA helmet
carved lacquered wood, cloth straps
Edo period, 19th century
Japan

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SILVER BOWL
Attributed to Masayoshi
Japan
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Stamped pure silver

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A Noh theater mask of a venerable old man, depicting Sankõjo. Carved from Japanese cypress (hinoki), it is characterized by its wrinkled face and accentuated features, which reveal subtle emotional nuances depending on angle and light. Used to portray elderly characters imbued with wisdom and solemnity, this mask exemplifies the expressive depth and spiritual dimension of classical Japanese theater.

NOH MASK - SANKÓJÕ
carved Japanese cypress wood, pigment
Japan
Edo period, 18th century

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Firefighters jacket with two lions
Japan
Edo period
18th century

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This 19th-century netsuke takes the form of a tengu mountain demon emerging from an egg. Tengu appear with both bird-like and human features. They're known as the protector of trees and dwell in the mountains. They're known to be trickster... you wouldn't want to be get on their bad side.

Japanese netsuke
Tengu mountain demon emerging from an egg
carved ivory
19th century

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When travelling, make sure you have enough baggage

Which you definitely would with this Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) tansu with hand-forged iron fittings.

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Helmet with vajra sword crest
Japan
17th century

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Owl Vintage Illustration - Japanese Antique Print - Black and Beige by DesignBohemian 25.20 USD We now print on Premium Archival Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper 230 gsm. Frames are not included. Welcome to our art print store, where we showcase a wide range of high-quality posters made in the USA. Our posters are designed to elevate the style of any room or space, adding a touch of sophistication and personality to your décor. We also make sure that our prints are easy to care for. Simply wipe them clean with a napkin to keep them looking their best. When it comes to packaging, we take every precaution to ensure that your prints arrive in perfect condition. Each print above size 8x10 is carefully rolled and packaged in a tube, so you can be sure that it will arrive at your doorstep in pristine condition.

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NYORIN-KANNON BOSATSU
Japan
wood, gilded lacquer
16th - 17th century

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Japanese Samurai Helmet
with black-lacquered bear's head
late 16th century
Iron, black laquer, and white cord

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An oni mask is a traditional Japanese mask representing a demon or ogre-like creature from folklore. These masks are often worn during ceremonies, festivals, and theatrical performances, and are characterized by their menacing expressions, sharp fangs, and horns. They are also used in modern contexts like Halloween parties and as tattoo designs. Oni masks are typically made of wood, paper, or cloth and feature large eyes, prominent horns, and a mouth with exposed teeth. While initially associated with evil and punishment, oni masks now often represent protection, strength, and the balance between good and evil.

An oni (鬼おに) (/ˈoʊniː/ OH-nee) is a kind of yōkai, demon, orc, ogre, or troll in Japanese folklore. They are believed to live in caves or deep in the mountains or in hell. Oni are known for their superhuman strength and have been associated with powers like thunder and lightning, along with their evil nature manifesting in their propensity for murder and cannibalism. They are typically portrayed as hulking figures with one or more horns growing out of their heads, massive teeth, and occasionally a third eye in the center of the forehead. They are typically depicted with red, blue, black, or yellow colored skin, wearing loincloths of tiger pelt, and carrying iron kanabō clubs. They also have three to six digits on each hand and foot tipped with claw-like nails. Oni are able to change their looks to fool their victims into trusting them. Oni can be male or female, but have been predominantly male throughout history. Female oni are sometimes referred to by the name Yamauba. When in disguise, oni are capable of appearing as a man or woman, regardless of their gender. As monstrous as oni are, they have been linked to bringing good fortune and wealth.

'Oni Mask' box
carved wood
late 19th century
Japan

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Beautiful antique mixed metals (sterling, copper, gold) box from Meiji era Japan.

Available in my Ruby Lane shop...

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New acquisitions of tsuba (sword guards of samurai katana), dating from as early as 1336 to 1868. Each one is as exceptional as the next, but which one do you prefer? 3/3
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New acquisitions of tsuba (sword guards of samurai katana), dating from as early as 1336 to 1868. Each one is as exceptional as the next, but which one do you prefer? 2/3
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New acquisitions of tsuba (sword guards of samurai katana), dating from as early as 1336 to 1868. Each one is as exceptional as the next, but which one do you prefer? 1/3
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Which Immortal Poet are you?

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When wood is so damaged by bugs that it becomes structurally unstable, it must be replaced. Here are a few photos documenting our restoration of this section of a door. #japanesewoodworking #japaneseantiques #restoration #longbeach

Can you guess what style firing was used on these two pieces? Tune in Friday to find out if you were right!

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