Early edition Japanese shin hanga chuban sized woodblock print by Shoda Koho (1871-1946) titled "Suma Beach" (No. 1252) from a series of twenty-one “Night Scenes” published by Takejiro Hasegawa in the early 1900s circa 1910-1938. The print is tipped at the top to the original Hasegawa presentation backing with typed label "Printed by T. Hasegawa Tokyo" on the bottom. The bottom of the back is sealed with "Printed in Japan by Hasegawa Publishing Co...

CLOTHING STARCH BRUSH

Old Korean brush made of the bark and root of pine tree used to put starch on the textile when spinning hemp, early 20th century, approx. L 22 x D 15cm (8.66 x 5.90in). Some expected stains due to age as is, and in aesthetic vintage condition as seen...

Yoshimoto Gesso
Sparrows and Red Flower
Date: 1930s.
Print size: Approximately 9.75 x 5 inches.
Publisher: Nishinomiya Yosaku (Stamp on verso).
Artist's signature lower right.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Back top edge has paper residue.

Urushibara Mokuchu (Yoshijiro) (1888-1953)
Horse (Facing Upward)
Date: ca. 1940s.
Size: Oban. Approximately 14.75 x 10.75 inches.
Signed "Y. Urushibara" in pencil.
Sealed "Mokuchu".
Round watermark at top margin.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent.
Removed from original folder.

Ohara Koson
Two Common Snipes Near Waterfront
Size: Ko-tanzaku. Approximately 7.75 x 3.75 inches.
Date: ca. 1910.
Koson signature and seal at upper right.
Publisher: Matsumoto (no. 108).
Reference: AK.13 in Crows, Cranes and Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson (Reigle Newland).
Compare with Daikokuya K24.5.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent. Very faint line mark at left.

Abstract print by well-known Japanese print artist Masao Ohba (born 1928). He won first prize in 1998 at the 17th Biennale of Contemporary Ex Libris in Malbork, Poland. His work is colorful with interesting textures. This particular print almost appears to be an abstract take on the Japanese flag, with interesting shapes and flecking of red, yellow, and blue peeking through black sections. circa 1950s, signed and marked "87/150" Size: 7" height, 10.5" width

Lovely Seto ware chaire (tea caddy) made by Japanese Seto ceramist Kato Bakutai (1861-1943).
The mark of the artist is stamped at the bottom.

Kato Bakutai was a prominent potter who initially worked under Kato Shuntai (1802-1877) being responsible for revival of Seto ware techniques in Japan in the 19th century...

Combining the techniques of incalmo and sommerso, this Modern design by Archimede Seguso exudes warmth. This form is documented in Leslie Pinas ITALIAN GLASS pgs. 145 & 150. Measuring 7.5"dia. x 2.25"h., the vessel is in good condition, with a few minor scratches at the base, unmarked.

This porcelain figurine was produced in Germany by Fraureuth in 1935. The piece is artist signed but we are unable to identify the signature. It is 7 inches long and 5 3/4 inches high. The dachshund is well modeled with nice breed detail. He is hand painted in natural colors. Condition: Excellent. On the underside of the figurine something was ground off, as shown in the last photo.

LOBSTER

Scarce vintage Japanese mingei folk toy made of paper, Showa period, 20th century, 26 x 9 x 9 cm (10.23 x 3.54 x 3.54in)


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THE MAN OF ALL MEN

Unique and scarce Japanese folk ceramic toy in kimono with such full of humour, attached with the set of a "pedestal" (lacquerer's spatula) and a celluloid sea bream. Showa period, Pre-1950s. Man: approx. H 9 x W 10 x D 5cm (3.54 x 3.93 x 1.96in), Spatula: approx. L 17cm (6.69in), Sea bream: approx...

Rookwood Vase mold number 2111 dated 1926. Height: 6 1/8 inches. The color is Turquoise blue. The horizontal lines visible in one of the views are crazing lines in the glaze. There are no chips, cracks or repairs. Fully marked with Rookwood Flame mark, XXVI, and 2111 with the finishers mark of Albersman. Vase shape designed by Lorinda Epply.

This porcelain tea cup & Saucer was produced in Japan by Noritake in the early 1900s. The “Kormoru” mark was registered in London in 1908. Items with this mark were made especially for the English market and were of superb quality. The saucer is 5 1/2 inches in diameter. The cup is 2 inches high with a diameter of 3 5/8 inches. The cup has a puffy, blown-out shape and an elegant handle. The saucer has a scalloped rim...

TWO LIDDED WILLOW BASKETS

Originally used as lunch box or confectionery container in early 20th century, Korea. approx. 27 x 17 x 9cm (10.62 x 6.69 x 3.54in), 23 x 12 x 6cm (9.05 x 4.72 x 2.36in)...

BASKET FOR SUJEO

Hanging straw-woven container for sujeo (Korean spoons and chopsticks), mid 20th century, Korea, Diameter 12 x Length without string 23.5cm (4.72 x 9.25in)...

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver baby cup, c.1940's. It measures 3 1/4" high and is lightly embossed "Brooke" and "Uncle Tom". It is signed "TIFFANY & CO. STERLING 2451". Very good condition except for a few slightly rounded dents.......$10 for insured shipping.

Here is a delightful Bakelite fruit knife set with a whimsical mushroom base. Excellent condition. The knives are stamped Rostfrei Solingen.

A nice Japanese bronze suiteki or water dropper in the shape of a coin. In very good condition, it measures about 2 inches long and a little over an inch high. Dates circa 1930's.