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Japanese Porcelain Vase Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
the appointed artists to the Japanese Imperial household. His work was exhibited in many international
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Makuzu Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Miyagawa Toranosuke. He was the appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household and his work was
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Tana Tea Cabinet Made of Keyaki Wood
Located in Hudson, NY
Keyaki wood is a treasured and protected wood in Japan. The cabinet is decorated with cut forms of
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Histoire de Leon Bakst Rare French 1924 Edition #94 of 345 Ballet Russes designs
By Leon Bakst
Located in Glenford, NY
printed in 345 copies including 20 copies numbered from 1 to 20 on Japan Imperial, 150 copies numbered 21
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Books

Materials

Paper

Japanese Showa Era Cloisonne Enamel Box By Ando Co
Located in Long Island City, NY
cloisonne to the Japanese Imperial Court. Asian Enamel Ware And Decorative Collectibles. Dimensions: D 3 1/2
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20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Contemporary silk brocade Traditional Oshie Handcrafted Decorative Art
Located in Takarazuka, JP
of the ancient imperial court of Japan. The creator of this signed piece has prided herself in using
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Brocade, Silk

Japanese Antique Silvered Bronze Minogame by Ryūbundō Meiji Period
Located in Newark, England
audiences. Supported by the government through world fairs and Imperial commissions, Japanese lacquerware
Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Rare Japanese Porcelain Painted Footed Dish Makuzu Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Yokohama around 1870s and later became one of the appointed artists to the Japanese Imperial household. His
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Wireless Musen Cloisonne Vase by Ando Jubei
By Ando Jubei
Located in Atlanta, GA
(Yellow was often associated with Japanese imperial household), calls in mind the texture of mutton-fat
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Fine Japanese Ceramic Vase Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Miyagawa Toranosuke. He was the appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household and his work was
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Large Japanese Porcelain Presentation Plate Makuzu Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
and later became one of the appointed artists to the Japanese Imperial household. His work was
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Glazed Vase with Dragon Design Mazuku Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
A porcelain vase with dragon design by Japanese imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916), circa
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Japanese Formal Black Silk Kimono with Pheonix Embroidery
Located in Atlanta, GA
ancestor of the lines of the Japanese imperial family. A very elegant textile for wall hanging or perhaps
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

Materials

Silk

Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Bowl Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
the appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household. His work was exhibited in many international
Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Meiji Period Vesta Case by Fujii Yoshitoyo
By Fujii Yoshitoyo
Located in Newark, England
凰 represents female phoenix. In Japan the mythical Phoenix was adopted as a symbol of the imperial
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Antique Japanese Export Meiji High Relief Dragon Carved Throne Chair.
Located in Nantwich, GB
An impressive Imperial Meiji period Japanese throne chair which is finely and lavishly carved with
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Imperial Household Artists, ensuring the Meiji period remains one of the most celebrated eras of Japanese
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Meiji Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Chrysanthemums, Inaba Co.
By Inaba Cloisonne Co.
Located in Queens, NY
enduring beauty of Japan’s imperial flower. 9.5" high x 5" diameter Very good condition, no damages noted.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

A Pair of Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Chargers Plates
Located in Queens, NY
other florals—symbols of longevity, good fortune, and imperial patronage in Japanese iconography. Around
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Art

Materials

Enamel

Japanese bronze sculpture or Okimono of a small yet realistic walking turtle
Located in PARIS, FR
Bronze turtle with brown patina. In Japan, the turtle (kame) is considered a symbol of wisdom
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Made by the studio of the legendary Japanese imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916), this is a
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Monumental Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases Stands 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of monumental antique Japanese Satsuma vases with stands, circa 1900. The vases having
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

VIntage kimono textile art " Geometry ~ Chrysanthemums ~" by ikasu White Japan
By Kimono ikasu
Located in Setagaya City, JP
. ・Imperial Symbol: The chrysanthemum is the national flower of Japan and is closely associated with the
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk, Wood

Japanese Glazed and Caved Ceramic Dragon Bowl by Makuzu Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic bowl by Japanese Imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa 1891 of late Meiji period
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Published Japanese Ceramic Bowl Makuzu Kozan with Original Inscribed Box
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare published glazed ceramic bowl with surface paint decoration by Japanese imperial potter
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Signed Bamboo shape Bronze Vase by a Nitten Artist Sugai Shozo
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Nishimura Metal Studio during 1963– 1972. He was a regular exhibitor at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Maru Obi with Gold Embroidered Dragons – Silk Brocade, Taisho to Showa
Located in Fukuoka, JP
, and imperial authority in Japanese culture. The opulent gold and beige ground is accented with bold
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20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Pair of Japanese Large Bronze Vases with Turtles and Cranes
Located in Hudson, NY
leaves at the top, which could be a tribute to both the imperial family and Japan. Signature on the
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Gosu Blue Satsuma Vase with Rakan Figures, Meiji Period
Located in Newark, England
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Painted with Gosu Blue Imperial Palette From our Japanese Satsuma
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Makuzu Kozan II Signed and Stamped Japanese Ceramic Flower Pottery Bowl Pot Vase
By Makuzu Kozan II
Located in Studio City, CA
Makuzu Kozan who was appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household and was one of the major potters
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Lovely 20th Century Tatehiko Kan Scroll Paintings Japan Artist Crane Painted
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
, Shizuko, Tatehiko Japan Art Academy Imperial Award, Osaka Art Association member, Osaka-shi honorary
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of the First Emperor, Jimmu, Ca. 190
Located in New York, NY
Japan’s imperial line. Gosho Ningyô, or “palace dolls,” were originally bestowed by the Imperial Court as
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Glazed Ceramic and Silver Koro Incense Burner Makuzu Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tri-pod ceramic incense burner (koro) by Japanese Imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Silver

Fine and Rare 17th Century Japanese Mulberry Wood Gilt-Lacquer Cabinet on Stand
Located in Lymington, GB
chrysanthemum (depicted on the cabinet door front) is the emblem of the highly-revered Japanese Imperial family
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Antique 17th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Late Meiji Period Head of Buddha in Wood, Ca. 1910
Located in New York, NY
, offering a powerful and contemplative artifact of Japan’s late imperial religious artistry. A remarkable
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Vintage 1910s Japanese Japonisme Busts

Materials

Wood

One of The Two Japanese Ceramic Vases Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two small nearly identical ceramic vases by Japanese Meiji imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Meiji Bronze Okimono by Yoshimitsu Depicting a Bear and Alligator
By Saeki Yoshimitsu
Located in Newark, England
audiences. Supported by the government through world fairs and Imperial commissions, Japanese lacquerware
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

JAPAN 1890 Meiji Period Kanzashi Hair Stick In Gild Sterling With Red Coral
Located in Miami, FL
hair decoration from the Japanese Imperial Meiji period, circa 1890. This hair double stick has been
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique kimono textile art " Peacock Feathers ~ Royalty ~" by ikasu Blue Japan
By Kimono ikasu
Located in Setagaya City, JP
, including Japan. In Japanese imperial symbolism, the peacock is considered a symbol of regal beauty, power
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

"Alaskan Pollock II"
Located in Detroit, MI
Kyung Kim. He was born in Hadong, Gyeongnam during the Imperial Japanese occupation, as the eldest son
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1940s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid 20th Century kimono textile art " Growing ~ Longevity ~" by ikasu Pink Japan
By Kimono ikasu
Located in Setagaya City, JP
and the emblem of the Japanese imperial family to this day. The entire artwork is dyed in a gentle
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas, Silk

JAPAN 1900 Meiji Period Fubako Box In Hiramaki-e Lacquered Wood With Gilding
Located in Miami, FL
box from the Japanese Imperial Meiji period, circa 1900. This box has been meticulously crafted in
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Gold

Japanese Meiji Period Bamboo and Silver Cigar / Cigarette Box with Match Holder
Located in Newark, England
the government through world fairs and Imperial commissions, Japanese lacquerware, cloisonné, satsuma
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Copper

JAPAN 1800 Edo Period Seated Shakyamuni Buddha In Zushi Buddhist Altar Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
restored imperial rule to Japan. The Tokugawa (or Edo) period brought 250 years of stability to Japan. The
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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gold, Berlin Iron

JAPAN 1810 Edo Period Large Butsudan Home Altar With Amida Nyorai In Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Boshin War, which restored imperial rule to Japan. The Tokugawa (or Edo) period brought 250 years of
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Antique 1810s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gold, Brass

Japan 1800 Edo Period Six Drawer Inro In Lacquered Gilt Wood With Utensils
Located in Miami, FL
Boshin War, which restored imperial rule to Japan. The Tokugawa (or Edo) period brought 250 years of
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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Coral

Japan 1810 Kajikawa Edo Period Five Drawer Inro Lacquered Gilt Wood With Rooster
Located in Miami, FL
Restoration and the Boshin War, which restored imperial rule to Japan. The Tokugawa (or Edo) period brought
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Antique 1810s Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Agate, Gold

Japanese PAinting Taisho Scroll Kodo Umemura Nihonga Waterfall
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
, including being selected for the Old Bunten, and has also donated paintings to the imperial family. A
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Vintage 1920s Taisho Paintings

Materials

Silk

Perfect Antique Japanese Cloissone Dish Kikumon Flags Calligraphy, ca 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Great piece of cloisonne. Japanese- Russian War period. Japanese imperial plate with the Kikumon
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Tiger Lily
By Nishimura Hodo
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Imperial Japan starting around 1935. Despite these challenges, interest in Shin Hanga prints grew through
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1930s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Fabienne Jouvin Imari Japanese Asian Porcelain Wall Plates 1990s
By Fabienne Jouvin
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Imperial style, with Japanese kimono and hair style, vivid colors on each panel of the plate depicting
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Late 20th Century Chinese Japonisme Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

Henri Matisse, Series L, Var. 13, Drawings, Themes and Variations, 1943 (after)
By Henri Matisse
Located in Southampton, NY
Imperial Japan, numbered from I to X. Signed by the artist: XX examples on Velin d'Arches, numbered from II
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1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Antique Map of China, Japan Korea – Eastern Asia by Andriveau-Goujon, 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
particularly significant for collectors interested in imperial Chinese cartography, early Japanese maps, or the
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Maps

Materials

Paper

Henri Matisse, Series L, Var. 14, Drawings, Themes and Variations, 1943 (after)
By Henri Matisse
Located in Southampton, NY
Imperial Japan, numbered from I to X. Signed by the artist: XX examples on Velin d'Arches, numbered from II
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1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Fantasy, Japanese, limited edition lithograph, black, white, red, signed, titled
By Toko Shinoda
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Museum; and the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo. Private collectors include the Japanese imperial
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1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Dahlias
By Nishimura Hodo
Located in Fairlawn, OH
global recession of the 1930s and rising political tensions with Imperial Japan starting around 1935
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1930s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Original Japanese Watercolor and Woodblock Print of Orchid and Swallows
Located in Burbank, CA
received orders from the Imperial Household of Japan as well as from loyal families overseas... The sighted
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1890s Art Deco Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Woodcut

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