All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980
item #1204764
(stock #ALR4292)
The Kura
$700.00
$700.00
A radical scroll crying the Buddhist chant NamuAmidhaButsu (Praise to the Name Amidha) in bold black characters by Suzuki Hoei, the head priest of Shigisan Chogosanshi-ji Temple, Nara prefecture (also simply known as Shigisan). The brushwork is incredibly radical and expressive, the thick drenched brush moved slowly across the paper, allowing the ink to diffuse into the absorptive surface. Unsigned, it bears two stamps to the left, Shigisan Kancho and Daisojo Hoei...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1930
item #1204421
(stock #ALR4290)
The Kura
2,200.00
2,200.00
A fish caught in the river is brought home on the cut branch of a willow, an unusual ink painting by Fukuda Kodojin enclosed in the original signed wooden box dated 1927. The ink on paper scene is bordered in patterned blue silk extended in beige and features ceramic rollers. The scroll is 11-1/2 x 76 inches (29 x 194 cm) and is in overall fine condition, with minor cupping. We have this same scene on a two panel screen published in a catalog from an exhibition held by Kodojin in 1929...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1930
item #1204420
(stock #ALR4289)
The Kura
$850.00
$850.00
Wispy young bamboo rises in the garden, the branches blown by a cool early summer breeze in this fine ink rendition by Irie Shikai enclosed in the original signed wooden box dated 1930. A verse above speaks of the soft sound of the bamboo leaves whispering in the wind. Bordered in blue silk with an ichimonji of gold climbing vines, it is cool and elegant, terminating in ivory capped rosewood rollers, perfect for the coming months...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980
item #1204284
(stock #ALR4287)
The Kura
$530.00
$530.00
Red Bamboo streaks up the paper accompanied by a brief Zen proverb by Zen priest Inaba Shinden. The simple paper canvas is bordered in crushed gray-green paper suitable to the humble confines of the tea room and features wood rollers. The scroll is 13-1/2 x 71 inches (34 x 182 cm). There is some cupping, otherwise is in fine condition, enclosed in a period wood box.
Inaba Shinden (1906-1986) was an important priest of the Rinzai sect of Japanese Buddhism...
Inaba Shinden (1906-1986) was an important priest of the Rinzai sect of Japanese Buddhism...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980
item #1204283
(stock #ALR4286)
The Kura
1,150.00
1,150.00
A morose Daruma looks upward, his body a simple circle emblazoned with the cry “Harmorny is Supreme” by Inaba Shinden enclosed in the original signed wooden box.
It is 18 x 79 inches (45 x 202 cm) and is in excellent condition, wrapped in a green silk border. A rare opportunity to acquire a masterpiece by this artist.
Inaba Shinden (1906-1986) was an important priest of the Rinzai sect of Japanese Buddhism...
Inaba Shinden (1906-1986) was an important priest of the Rinzai sect of Japanese Buddhism...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1950
item #1204248
(stock #MOR4284)
The Kura
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A superb group of life-like mixed metal birds perched on a bronze stone complete with the original black lacquered wooden table dating from the early Showa era enclosed in the original wooden box. Very realistic expression and a sharp attention to detail make the birds shine life-like in their frozen moment. The eyes are Shibuichi black, the bodies silvered and making use of various precious metals. The stone is olive green finished bronze, with a single sprig of bamboo sprouting down low...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1900
item #1204083
(stock #MOR4283)
The Kura
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A tiny Java Sparrow (buncho) perches, dwarfed on a butterbur leaf; a bronze and mixed metal okimono enclosed in the original wooden box titled Jun-do Go-mai Fuki ni Buncho. Beneath the tail feathers of the bird can be found the signature reading Kozan. Overall it is 27 x 17 x 15 cm (10-1/2 x 6-1/2 x 6 inches). There is some spotting on the mixed metal of the bird, otherwise is in fine condition. The Javanese Sparrow is one of the most popular domesticated birds in Japan.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1960
item #1203446
(stock #MOR4282)
The Kura
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Feminine figures dive upwards, forming the handles on this large art-deco vase by Nakajima Yasumi II enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Jundo Eikan Kabin. The vase is 13 inches (32.5 cm) tall and in excellent condition. Inside the box lid is an inscription stating it was given to commemorate the first run of a three year old thoroughbred Arabian Stallion at the Amagasaki Race course in 1958...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1960
item #1203444
(stock #MOR4281)
The Kura
$850.00
$850.00
A pair of mandarin ducks rest on a rock rising from the water, both keeping a keen eye on the water surface. Cast in a single piece, the birds are finished in a rich red-brown patina while the rock base is olive. It is 36 x 25 x 18 cm (14 x 10 x 7 inches) and weighs 6 kg (13 pounds); in fine condition.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1930
item #1203074
(stock #TCR4279)
The Kura
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A superb set of sencha tea utensils in sheer white with a family crest visible when held to light by Miyagawa Kozan enclosed in the original signed wooden box. As visible in the photo, when held to light, each piece has a translucent crest which allows light through. What subtlety! When sitting on the table these are nearly invisible. The kiri box is of three compartments, the outside darkened with age...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Stoneware : Pre 1950
item #1202904
(stock #TCR4277)
The Kura
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Mt. Fuji, the holiest of Mountains, Looms large on the side of this Gohon bowl enclosed in the original signed wooden box by important 20th century Nihonga painter Kitagami Seigyu. It is more than 7 inches (18 cm) diameter, 4-1/4 (11 cm) tall and in excellent condition.
Kitagami Seigyu (1891-1970) moved from his home in Hokaido to Kyoto to study under the great Takeuchi Seiho. He was first awarded at the 1916 Bunten National Exhibtion, the first of many prizes
Kitagami Seigyu (1891-1970) moved from his home in Hokaido to Kyoto to study under the great Takeuchi Seiho. He was first awarded at the 1916 Bunten National Exhibtion, the first of many prizes
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Wood : Pre 1930
item #1202901
(stock #MOR4276)
The Kura
$700.00
$700.00
A very elegant Keyaki panel pierced with bamboo and a sparrow measuring 19-1/2 x 66-3/4 inches (50 x 169.5 cm). The grain of the wood is exquisite. It is in excellent condition. Due to size the cost of shipping will be accrued separately.