An Antique Karatsu Amigasa Tea Bowl with Shifuku
Minimalistic, elegant, and exceptionally light in the hand, this antique Karatsu tea bowl displays an impressive milky ash glaze that descends towards the foot,
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Autumn Nanga Landscape by Takamori Saigan (1847–1917)
This atmospheric autumn landscape by Takamori Saigan (1847–1917), unfolds through delicate ink work and restrained colour. Russet trees occupy the foreground, w
A Fine Bamboo Ikebana Basket by Shimabashi Chikufusai
Here we see an elegant Japanese flower basket woven from richly patinated susudake, or soot-darkened bamboo. Its softly rounded body combines areas of delicate
A Large Serving Tray by Ōhi Chōzaemon 11 (Toshio)
This large serving tray by Ōhi Chōzaemon XI (Toshio) brings together the rich glaze tradition of Ōhi ware and a distinctly contemporary sculptural form. Its bro
A Fine Late Edo Black-Lacquer Takatsuki with Gold and Silver Maki-e
An especially elegant late Edo-period lacquer takatsuki, or raised serving stand, supported upon three dramatically curved feet. Against the deep, highly polish
A 17th–18th Century Korean Tea Bowl with Gohon Firing and Notched Foot
Here we see a quietly beautiful Korean tea bowl with a rounded, gently tapering form and a tall, dramatically notched foot. A translucent blue-grey glaze covers
A Hanging Scroll by Imperial Court Artist Taki Katei (1830 - 1901)
This Meiji-period hanging scroll has that lovely quiet confidence you see in literati-style kachōga (seasonal nature motifs) of the era: elegant, unforced, and
A Wajima-nuri Red Lacquer Bowl Set by Kado Yui
A stunning pair of Wajima-nuri lacquer lidded bowls; each formed with a compact rounded body and fitted cover and with a surface finished in a deep, contemplati
A Large Celadon Phoenix vase by First Generation Suwa Sozan (1851-1922
A rare and interesting offering, here we have an exquisite celadon phoenix vase with Chinese form and patterning. First generation Sozan gained wide acclaim in
A Classic Black Raku Tea Bowl by Ōhi Chōzaemon IX
An austere masterpiece of functional art — the perfect accompaniment on the journey inward to stillness and contemplation. Crafted by the 9th Ōhi Chōzaimon (190
A Modern Shino Kataguchi Vessel by Suzuki Shu
A decidedly modern and innovative take on the classic Shino trope, this “kataguchi” or one-sided pouring vessel lends an air of depth, contemplation, and brilli
A Large Blue/ Green Oribe Platter by Tamaoki Yasuo (b. 1941)
A stunning example of blue/ green Oribe-ware by one of the veterans of Mino ceramics, this platter displays astounding variation in color and texture with deep
A Red Raku Tea Bowl by Tamamizu III - Nindosai (d.o.b. unknown -1763)
Price on Request Over the years we have taken a special interest in Raku-ware and especially in works produced by the Tamamizu kiln, such as the 275+ year old c
Lacquer and Gold Painted Natsume Tea Caddy by Kawase Hyokan
Exquisitely painted willow branches (yanagi) on a background of jet-black traditional lacquer; this exquisite functional art object appeals not only to practiti
A Large Karatsu Floral Vase by Nakazato Tarōemon the 14th
In Japan, famous for its generational potting families, only a handful have made it all the way through to the 14th generation—the Nakazato line being one of th
A Master Work by Hayashi Shotaro (b. 1947) - Published + Exhibited -
Price on Request A stunning work of Shino-ware by veteran potter Hayashi Shotaro—winner of numerous awards for his bold and innovative style and widely recogniz
A Bamboo Woven Basket for Ikebana by Suzuki Chikuho-sai (1872-1936)
Handwoven with delicate precision, this Japanese bamboo ikebana basket showcases the beauty of traditional bamboo weaving and the elegance of classic Chinese de
Living National Treasure — Exhibition Piece — Uozumi Iraku III
First presented at the Ishikawa Traditional Crafts Exhibition, this fine mizusashi crafted with extraordinary precision is a testament to the generational knowl
Hand Painted Lacquerware Bowl Set (10) by Musashino Urushi Kogei
Painted lacquerware in Asia is thought to have more than 3,000 years of history; originating in China and then later spreading to South East Asia, Korea, and Ja
An Iga “Torigata” Vase by Furutani Michio
In excellent condition, this bird-shaped, or “torigata” vase is a beautiful example of Iga pottery from last century. A master of form, material, and technique,
An Edo Period Takatori Kataguchi Bowl with Warabaiyū Glaze
Sometime around the year 1600 the first Takatori kiln was constructed at the foot of Mt Takatori in Fukuoka. This tradition was based on styles created by Korea
Kano Scroll by Yasunobu (1613-1685) and Sokuhi Nyoitsu (1616-1671)
Third son of the director of the Kano School of painting, Yasunobu was appointed head of the Kyoto branch at a young age after his father’s death. Meanwhile, hi
A Bronze Flower Vase by Living National Treasure Takahashi Keiten
The style of this vase, known in Japanese as karakane (“kara” meaning Chinese and “kane” meaning copper), has been carried on by Japanese craftsmen since its th
A Katakuchi Sake Set by Hiramatsu Ryoma
If you are familiar with the work of Hiramatsu Ryoma you know that he creates very unconventional ceramics inspired by forms found in nature. Here we have a sak