Four(4) Japanese Wooden Straw Mat or Tatami Mat Weaving Weights, Ca. 1930, 6 1/4" long, 1 1/2" diameter for various wood were used, and tied with Straw Rope, one(1) replaced with modern white Nylon rope, used for weaving for many years. The condition is worn and warm rounded patina on wood.

Very unusual large "Tai" fish mold for a sweets shop. The sweets shop stamp "Shiohama-ya" is on the back. Made of cypress wood. Excellent condition. 17" long by 9" wide. Ask for shipping quote.

MITSUMATA

Matured Japanese mingei folk wooden tool for weaving 'zori' straw sandals called 'mitsumata' (lit. 'trident'). Showa period, early 20th century. approx...

Japanese Wood Serving Tray, black lacquered with red trim on top and open handles on both sides, 23" x 15" wide, 2" high, shows beautiful wooden grains with metal braces on every corner for strength. The condition is new.

Japanese Kiri wood Serving Tray with two(2) open handles on both sides, 18" x 12" wide, 1 3/4" high, very nice condition in original paper box.

Japanese Pine Wood Bun Steamer Rack or Steamer Frame, can be used as a Display Shelf on the wall, originally used as a steaming Buns inside the large pots, 18 1/2" high, 18 1/2" wide, 6 1/4" deep, unique interlocking work, as used condition.

Japanese Cedar Wood large Pot Cover or Lid, with reddish finish Japanese style Folk Art dramatic Samurai style Handle on top, 11 1/2" diameter, 5" high, the condition is used condition, one small area was restored with nails some time ago.

Japanese Pipe for smoking, with Brass and Reed, 6" long, 5/8" diameter for tip, in good condition.

Japanese round wood Hibachi with Copper Lining, carved out of whole width of tree, 9 1/2" diameter for top rim, 8 1/2" high, thin crack on one(1) side.

Japanese Keyaki Wood Cross Piece or Hook for hanging Tea pot above open fire, 7 1/4" high, 2 1/4" wide-maximum measure, 1" deep. The condition is good, no damages..

Lovely `Shishu` hand embroidery 4 panel screen of cranes. Fine, intricate work. Black lacquered frame. Comes in origianl cedar box. Fantastic Showa period C. 1935. Perfect size for over a couch, flat on the wall. 42" tall by 70". Ask for shipping quote.

Fantastic pair of bronze and copper Showa Period C.1935 lamps. Glass on all panels original and doors in perfect condition. Latches all work and very art decor appearance. 10" tall x 6" wide. Ask for shipping quote.

Elegant pair of copper lanterns for candle or oil. Glass has the character for `gold or money` leading us us to believe these were hung outside a merchant`s establishment. Condition excellent per photos. 16" tall and 12" wide. Ask for shipping quote.

Very Rare early Showa Period bronze oil lamp. Can be fitted for electricty. Heavy bronze; came from a doctor@s household. 4 panels with tortoise diaper motif. Great legs. Condition excellent. Ask for shipping quote.

Japanese tall brown Lacquer on wood Candlestick, 28" high, 12" diameter-base diameter, 4" diameter-top, attached brass round dish on top and brass hook on the side. Lacquer surface shows wear and tear, as is condition.

This traditional saki (sake)container was probably brought over by a veteran from WWll. The sisal wrap covering protects the stoneware "keg". There is a filling port with cork plug on the top and a 2nd port for pouring low on one side. The sisal covering has painted kenji and graphics on one side...which is somewhat discolored from years of sitting on a shelf...approximately 8x8x8 inches...

Pair Japanese carved and hand painted on heavy solid Ivory Mandarin Ducks(couple) with inlaid Mother of Pearl eyes, 3 3/8" high, 4 1/4" x 2" wide each, beautifully detailed carving and painted with water color on Ivory. These couple of Mandarin Ducks are made in Japan during 1950's and sold at Gump's in U.S., still retain the partially torn paper stickers "Made in Japan" on the bottom of the male duck. These pair of ducks should stay together forever...

Japanese plaster and paper mache mask of a Boddhisattva (Bosatsu in Japanese), a Buddhist monk who has reached a high level of enlightenment. The mask has long earlobes, typical of a holy being in Buddhism, green lacquered hair pulled into two buns, and golden lacquer skin with traces of black lacquer. Early 20th century. Size: 8.5" height, 5" width