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Period: 20th Century
Japanese Antique Horse Figurine 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an antique Japanese horse figurine, crafted in the early Shōwa period (1900s–1940s). Although simple in form, it carries a distinct sense of life—an expressive charm that cou...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Japanese Antique Huge Sliding Door or Wall Decoration 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, large Japanese sliding door. It was crafted during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was likely used in traditional houses or storehouses of the time. The material i...
Category

Japanese Meiji 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Birdcage Inspired by a Traditional Machiya House 1920s-1940s
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese birdcage, exquisitely crafted in the form of a traditional machiya townhouse. It is an exceptionally rare piece, believed to have been made in the early Showa...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Cedar

Japanese Red Samurai Armour Beginning of Meiji period 1900s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an armour of samurai. It was made around 1900s in Meiji era. This armour was not used in actual war so it was made as decoration, because of that, it is in good condition as its age. There are some scratches and missing parts, if you need some more information, please let us know, we will respond you as soon as possible and send more photos. This armour can be folded in a box. The box is getting damaged so it is not in good condition. We might send this armour in other box. Dimensions: 50 x 50 x H170 cm Scholars agree that Japanese armour first appeared in the 4th century, with the discovery of the cuirass and basic helmets in graves. During the Heian period, the unique Japanese samurai...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Chinese Soap Stone Carving #2
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Soap Stone Carving depicting two vases and flowers, good condition
Category

Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Japanese Antique Huge Wooden Bowl 1906s / Primitive Object Wabisabi Mingei
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a huge old Japanese lacquer wood bowl. It was manufactured in 1906 (Meiji period), and its age can be read from the writing on the bottom. The material used is cedar wood, ma...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Cedar, Lacquer

Tibet Vintage Amulet Pendant Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
A unique and valuable and powerful Protection Amulet Dzi from Tibet An old Tibetan or Central Asian eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the early 20th century. ...
Category

Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Agate

Tibet Vintage  Amulet Pendant Eye Dzi Beads
Tibet Vintage  Amulet Pendant Eye Dzi Beads
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Japanese Old Iron Block 1950s-1970s / Display stand Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese iron block, estimated to have been made in the early Showa period (1950s–1970s). At the time, it was used in ironworks as an anvil or workbench. Decades of us...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Kimono Silk Belt Obi Waves Gold and Silver 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an silk Obi (Kimono belt) made in Japan around 1960s. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono.Obi are categorised b...
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Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Japanese Old Shell Casing 1930s-1940s / Iron Object Flower Vase Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is the warhead part (shell) of an old Japanese shell. Functional parts such as the internal explosive and fuse have already been lost, and we present this as a safe relic that h...
Category

Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Chinese Blue Glass Snuff Bottle, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
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Chinese Art Deco 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Glass

Antique Japanese Kimono Uchikake for Wedding, 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a kimono called Uchikake which Japanese women wear for wedding ceremony. It is said that the women wear the white uchikake for the reason of 'they can dyed in any color' and...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Japanese Antique Natural Wood Penis 1860s-1920s / Figurine Object Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a phallic statue made of natural wood produced in Japan. It is estimated to have been created during the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s), and is made of richly texture...
Category

Japanese Meiji 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Pine

Japanese red and white Haori Kimono Coat for Women with Silk Shibori 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a silk jacket (Coat for automn) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Chinese Green Glass Snuff Bottle, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
Category

Chinese Art Deco 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Glass

Japanese Kimono-Diamond Pattern
Located in Paris, FR
Kimono designs featuring diamond-shaped (hishi-gata) patterns in the 1980s blended traditional Japanese motifs with modern aesthetics. The hishi pattern is a classic Japanese design ...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Lou Gartner Needlepoint Blanks, Belts/Straps
Located in Riverdale, NY
Hand painted Lou Gartner Needlepoint Blanks, Belts/Straps from the 1960s-70s from his estate. The longer ones are likely belts or pulls and the shorter one...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Textile

Japanese Vintage Kimono Silk Belt Flowers Orange-gold 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an Obi (Silk Kimono Belt) made in Japan around 1960s. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono.Obi are categorised b...
Category

Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Antique Chinese Soap Stone Carving #1
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Soap Stone Carving depicting a large vase and flowers, good condition
Category

Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Japanese Antique Kanzashi chrysantheme 1920s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Japanese Kanzashi. Kanzashi is a hair ornament used in traditional Japanese hairstyles. These hair ornaments are made in about 1920s in Taisho era. Two-piece stick-shaped...
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Japanese Taisho Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Plastic

Qing dynasty 2 tier pagoda birdcage
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Free shipping Qing dynasty Stunning statement piece in any room 2 tier floating pagoda birdcage Highly carved and detailed Dragons, flowers, fish...
Category

Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Qing dynasty 2 tier pagoda birdcage
Qing dynasty 2 tier pagoda birdcage
$1,800 Sale Price
55% Off
Japanese black and white Haori Kimono Coat for Women with Silk Chirimen 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Antique Chinese Ceramic Headrests Opium Pillow , Early 20th Century, Pair
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This pair of Chinese ceramic headrests feature a green, brown and blue glaze as well as floral motifs. They also feature pierced sides with sy...
Category

Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Exquisite Vintage Chinese Calligraphy Brush - 16” x 1.5
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Capture the essence of traditional artistry with this truly remarkable vintage Chinese calligraphy brush. More than just a writing instrument, this piece is a testament to timeless...
Category

Chinese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Chinese Qin Dynasty Style Life-Size Terracotta Soldier Statue
Located in Queens, NY
"Chinese Qin Dynasty-style (20th Century) life-size terracotta soldier statue standing with hands clasped on a rectangular base. (Head is removable)...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Terracotta

ViNTAGE COLLECTABLE MAHJONG CIRCA 1960 S CHINESE EXPORT PERIOD HAND CARVED CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this highly collectable Chinese export Circa 1960's Mahjong set with the original box A very nice suite, it...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Large Vietnamese Bien-Hoa black ceramic vase decorated with dancers - circa 1930
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Large and wide Vietnamese vase from the Bien-Hoa kilns in black enamelled ceramic with decorations of dancers, dancers, warriors in relief. Alternating enamelled ceramic and raw cera...
Category

Vietnamese Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Silk kimono Beige with Floral patterns 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a silk kimono for women which was made in Showa era around 1970s in Japan. The kimono is a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of Japan. The kimono is a wrap...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Antique Chinese Elm Wood Stool, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique elm wood stool comes from China's Hubei province. It was crafted using only wooden joints. The elm wood has aged beautifully over its more than 100 years of life. Dime...
Category

Chinese Other 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Elm

Japanese Antique Solid Zelkova Octagonal Display Stand, Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique octagonal display stand carved from solid zelkova wood. The exact date is unknown, yet the piece carries a distinctly primitive presence, shaped with a quiet stren...
Category

Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Lacquer Bucket 1860s-1920s / Plant Pot Cover Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese lacquer tub, a rare piece that preserves the craftsmanship of artisans from the Meiji to Taishō period (1860s–1920s). The body is made of Japanese cedar, whil...
Category

Japanese Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Cedar, Lacquer

Chinese Antique mother of Pearl shell silver caviar dish Asian arts
Located in London, GB
A particularly fine Chinese mother of pearl dish with silver bird decoration the underside with silver ball feet Period Early 20th century
Category

Chinese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

ANTIQUE COLLECTABLE MAHJONG CIRCA 1920 S CHiNESE EXPORT PERIOD HAND CARVED CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this highly collectable Chinese export Circa 1920's Mahjong set with the original hand carved box and additi...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

ANTIQUE 1920 S MAHJONG SET WITH ORIGINAL WOODEN BOX BONE BAMBOO 144 TiLES
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London A fine antique 1920s Mahjong set, complete with its original wooden storage box and the full complement of 144 tiles. Beautifully hand-crafted, each tile is ma...
Category

Chinese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Oak

Chinese Qin Dynasty Style Life-Size Kneeling Terracotta Soldier Statue
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese Qin Dynasty-style (20th Century) life-size terracotta soldier statue kneeling on a rectangular base. (Head is removable)(Companion piece: NW...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Chinese Alter Fruits Pomegranate Pyramid Famille Rose Fencai Late Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
We are pleased to present this extraordinary antique Chinese altar fruit stack, a masterful work of art that epitomizes the zenith of Chinese ceram...
Category

Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese dark red and pink Haori Kimono Coat for Women with Silk Shibori 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Early 20th C., Showa, A Pair of Antique Japanese Old Bronze Hibachi Brazier Pots
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Antique Japanese old bronze Hibachi brazier pots. Hibachi is a traditional Japanese heating device. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century Size: Height 26.8 C.M. / ...
Category

Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Stone Mortar 1860s-1900s / Stone Bowl Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese stone “yagen” (medicine grinder), believed to have been used during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Though simple in form, it carries with it the silent prese...
Category

Japanese Primitive 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Pair of Chinese Blue/White Porcelain Ginger Jars
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Asian Chinese (20th Century) blue and white porcelain temple / ginger jars with round lids, and hexagonal bases, featuring figures and a floral pattern (PRICED AS PAIR)
Category

Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Large Vintage Chinese Hand Embroidery Tapestry
Located in Delray Beach, FL
About A spectacular Chinese embroidery wall hanging purchased from Antique Chinese collector This example, entailed with many stitch techni...
Category

Chinese Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Antique Storing Chest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique shell inlaid chest originally used for storing blankets. Original hard ware and remnants of paint on this one of a kind chest perfect for storing or for a small cof...
Category

Indonesian Minimalist Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Old Japanese black maneki-neko object / 20th century / lucky ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Here is a Japanese "Maneki Neko" (beckoning cat) figurine from the Showa era. It is made from either clay or plaster and features a simple yet impactful design. On the back, you can ...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Plaster, Clay

Asian carved and framed green Bi Disc, jadeite
Located in Valladolid, ES
Exquisite carved and framed jadeite bi disc (璧). A bi disc is a circular (flat) jade disc with a hole in the center, used in ancient China. In this case, it is composed of eight piec...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Crystal, Jade

Chinese Black Carved Soapstone Flower Birds 4 Panel Folding Screen Room Divider
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Looking for a statement piece to elevate your living space? Look no further than this midcentury Chinese 4 Panel Carved Soapstone Brutalist Room Divide...
Category

Brutalist Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Soapstone

Japanese Vintage Kimono Silk Belt Nagoya-obi Red Shibori 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Nagoya obi made in Japan around 1980s. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono.Obi are categorised by their desig...
Category

Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Japanese Cotton Kasuri Kimono Navy Blue with White patterns
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Kasuri kimono which was made in Showa era around 1970s in Japan. The kimono is a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of Japan. The kimono is a wrapped-fron...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Pair of large antique Japanese Imari porcelain vases
Located in Brea, CA
Large Japanese beautiful porcelain vases A pair of baluster Imari porcelain vases, Japan, Meiji. Polychrome floral decor, very beautiful ,
Category

Japanese Japonisme 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Kasuri Kimono navy blue with blue and red patterns
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Kasuri kimono which was made in Showa era around 1970s in Japan. The kimono is a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of Japan. The kimono is a wrapped-fron...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

20pcs WanShouWuJiang Chinese Porcelain Tea Service Set
Located in Brea, CA
20 Pieces vintage Chinese set of tea and coffee service set, WanShouWuJiang yellow ground, all marked on the bottom : QIANLONGNIANZHI, No crake, on...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Kimono Coat for Women with Silk Chrysanthemum 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1950s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Table Gong With Dragon Stand
Located in Pomona, CA
This antique Chinese table gong is hanging on a carved wood stand. It features beautiful carved fretwork on the bottom and detailed carving work of decorated dragons on the top of th...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Mythical Beast Coconut Grater, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This wooden coconut grater (khood maprow) from the early 20th century is carved in the form of a crouching beast ready to pounce. Once used by a food vendor in a southeast Asian mark...
Category

Southeast Asian Primitive 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Antique 1880s Persian Qashqai Kashkouli Rug, Wool, 4 x 6
Located in New York, NY
This 1880-1890 Persian Kashkouli Qashqai rug consists of a handspun wool warp and weft and hand-knotted handspun wool pile. Its rich blues, reds, greens, and golds were all created u...
Category

Persian 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Japanese Antique Cabinets, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique Japanese-style cabinet made in the Meiji period. The texture of the black lacquer, smoked with soot from the hearth, has a unique depth and charm that is unlike a...
Category

Japanese Meiji 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

In Stock in Los Angeles, Sawaya Moroni Crypto Chair, Sido François Thévenin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. In Stock in Los Angeles This chair is part of a group of altogether four different “Crypto” ...
Category

Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Cotton Kasuri Navy Blue Square Pattern
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Kasuri laquer kimono which was made in Showa era around 1950s in Japan. The kimono is a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of Japan. The kimono is a wrapp...
Category

Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Japanese Antique Pottery Manekineko Rocking Cat Object 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a vintage piggy bank of manekineko cat. It is made with pottery and it was made around 1970s in Showa era. This cat is rocking object, it is rare than the other manekineko ca...
Category

Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Antique Chinese Red Glazed Porcelain Vase with Porcelain Stand
Located in Brea, CA
Qing dynasty an antique important Chinese red glazed porcelain vase with porcelain stand, GuangXu Mark and of the period. Measures: 6.5” height 2.15 '' di...
Category

Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 1880s Persian Fereghan Rug, 8 x 11
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Fereghan carpet circa 1880 in handspun wool and vegetable dyes was completed using a hand-knotted pile with cotton warp and thread. Its deep navy and red medallion desig...
Category

Persian Sarouk Farahan 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

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