Description Beautiful antique ivory Japanese netsuke. This netsuke is made of antique elephant ivory (zouge in Japanese) with beautiful striation and ring patterns. Expertly carved and with an impressive luster and sheen, this high quality ivory does have some scratches and scuff marks as evidence of past use and the entire piece wears a darkened […]
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Kappa Water Imp Japanese Doll – Kokeshi-style Figurines
Description This unique Kappa tableau is in good condition with only minor scratches and stains though the entire piece is a bit dusty and wears a darkened patina suggestive of age and past display. This doll display dates from the mid to late Japanese Showa period (1929-1989). Size: Height: 3.9 inches (10.0 centimeters) Weight: 1.9 […]
Antique Japanese Fushimi Doll – Fukakusa Tenjin Ningyo
Description Antique Japanese Fushimi ceramic Tenjin figure (please read below to learn more about Tenjin). Dolls such as this are thought to have originated in the town of Fushimi near the ancient imperial capital of Kyoto. The figures were first manufactured around the start of the Edo period (1600-1868) and were sold to pilgrims visiting […]