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Japanese cloisonne vase, of elongated pear form, with flowered border to rim, decorated with a stylised flowering branches, in tones of yellow, green and white on a red ground, mark to base, a/f, height 30 cm

Japanese gilt bronze pendant, of small circular form, decorated both sides in relief with a small bird before a river with reeds and foliage, with gilt highlights, length 3.2 cm x 2.5 cm width

Japanese bronze tsuba, decorated in gilt relief with a stork amongst reeds, similarly decorated verso with reeds, butterflies and character marks, total weight 206gm, 8 cm x 7 cm

Japanese cloisonne jar and cover, of bulbous form, decorated with chrysanthemum flowers and falling petals among linear patterns, in tones of white, yellow and green on a speckled green base, with gilt accents, height, 22 cm

A Japanese woodblock print framed triptych by Chikanobu (1838-1912), Meiji period, circa 1897, Oban tate-e triptych entitled, Chiyoda no on-omote mokuroku, 'Official Ceremonies Chiyoda Palace - Homage to Nikko Shrine', published by Fukuda Hatsujiro, 33.5 c

A Japanese woodblock print framed triptych, by Kunichika (1835-1900), Meiji period, circa 1869, Oban tate-e, featuring classic actor scene, on blue wood grain ground, 35 cm high, 70.5 cm wide, the frame 52.5 cm high, 85.5 cm wide

A Japanese woodblock print, by Yoshitoshi, Meiji period, circa 1880, Oban tate-e, Shinryu nijushi toki, (Twenty-Four hours at Shinbashi and Yanagibashi series), '11am, geisha powdering neck at mirror', 34.5 cm high, 24 cm wide, the frame 50 cm high, 57.5 c

A Japanese modernist vase by Miyanaga Tozan III (1935-), Heisei period (1989-2019), circa 1990, moulded in hexagonal form, with carved abstracted water ripples to the surface, covered in a pale bluish-green celadon glaze. Carved signature reading 'III Toza

A Japanese Shigaraki Tsubo by Otani Shiro/Mugen (1936-), Heisei period (1989-2019), circa 1990, of spherical form in Shigaraki stoneware, part covered in flying ash glaze, displaying a rich and warm orange colour in the unglazed areas. Together with its to

A Japanese modernist studio vase by Kondo Yuzo (1902-1985), Showa period (1926-1989), circa 1970, of gently flaring cylindrical form in white porcelain, decorated boldly in underglaze blue with plum blossom. Signed Konbdo to base. Together with its tomobak

A Japanese inscribed cup by Otagaki Rengetsu (1791-1875), Edo period (1603-1868), Pinch potted in Kyoyaki clay, the unglazed base modelled as the base and stem of a lotus leaf, with fine underglaze iron brown waka poetry. Signed Rengetsu. Together with an

A Japanese Kyoyaki koro by Takahashi Dohachi III (1845-1897), Meiji period (1868-1912), late 19th century, of square form with four bracket feet and a pierced domed cover, decorated with alternating scenes of Chinese style landscape and phoenixes in Ming C

A Japanese Kyoyaki studio cup by Miura Chikusen I (1854-1915), Meiji period (1868-1912), late 19th century, the tall cylindrical cup decorated with butterflies in iron red and gilding and silver against a rich black glaze. Four character mark in underglaze

A Japanese blue and white Kashiki by Rokubei IV (1848-1920), Meiji period (1868-1912), of octagonal form on a splayed foot, decorated in cobalt with a classical scene of Chinese scholars in a mountainous landscape. Signature for Rokubei IV to the base, 9.5

A Japanese 'Gassaku' bowl by Seifu Yohei III (1851-1914) and Suzuki Kason (1860-1919), Meiji period (1868-1912), of stoneware covered in a beige crackled glaze by Seifu III, decorated in iron brown with maple leaves floating down a stream, signed 'Kason Zo

A Japanese studio wall-vase by Seifu Yohei I (1803-1861), Edo period (1603-1868), circa mid 19th century, modelled as a segment of bamboo, decorated with an iron-brown glaze to the exterior, the interior painted in iron red with autumnal maple leaves. A sm

A rare Japanese Mizutsugi by Kiyomizu Rokubei III (1820-1883), Edo period (1603-1868), circa mid 19th century, potted in porcelain in the form of a double gourd, and decorated with a scene of the sixteen Rakan (Arhats) in iron red and gilding. Signed in un

A Japanese 'Mishima' style vase by Kusube Yaichi (1897-1984), Showa period (1926-1989), circa 1930s, of baluster form with impressed repeating stylised chrysanthemum design inlaid with white slip in Korean style. Impressed seal for Kusube on the base. Toge

A Japanese studio vase by Shimizu Uichi (1926-2004), Showa period (1926-1989), of baluster form in stoneware with a large persimmon glaze splash to one side, and to the other a smaller iron brown splash. Impressed circular mark for Uichi to the base. Toget

A pair of Japanese Ko-Imari celadon Flower-Form dishes, Edo period (1603-1868), circa 1720-1750, each in the form of a five-petalled flower, with a thick bluish-green celadon glaze, each approximately 5.5 cm high, 14.5 cm diameter,

A Korean 'Buncheong' ware inlaid celadon bowl, Joseon Kingdom (1392-1897), 15th century, the wide and shallow bowl raised on a small foot, and decorated with impressed and carved abstracted designs filled with white slip, covered in a transparent celadon g

A Korean moulded celadon bowl, Goryeo Kingdom (918-1392), circa 12th century, with moulded floral decoration to the interior, covered in a very fine bluish celadon glaze. Together with an old Japanese wooden box, 8 cm high, 19 cm diameter,

A Japanese cloisonne vase by Hayashi Kodenji, Meiji period (1868-1912), circa 1900, rectangular shape on a deep blue ground, the vase worked in gold and silver wires and coloured enamels with a bird perched in a maple tree of autumnal leaves and daisies, t

A large Japanese cloisonne vase by Hayashi Kodenji, Meiji period (1868-1912), circa 1900, impressive ovoid form vase with fine-gauge silver wire, gold wire, and coloured enamels to a bright blue base of summer flowers including chrysanthemums and daisies,

An impressive Japanese cloisonne vase, Ando studio, Showa period (1926-1989), circa 1950s, of teardrop form on a deep red ground, an Onagadori (long tailed chicken) in search of food, the tail rendered in fine and dynamic wire work, with mark of the Ando s

A Japanese bronze inlaid vase, by Suzuki Chokichi (Kako) 1848-1919, the body worked in gold, polychrome and silver relief inlay, with worm-eaten foliage, flowers and a grasshopper, the neck decorated with repeated geometric motifs in fine flat inlay of sil

A fine Chinese Straw-Glazed figure of a court lady, Sui Dynasty (581-618) or early Tang Dynasty (618-907), elegantly modelled as a beautiful lady standing with hands clasped before her, wearing diaphanous robes, her hair pulled into two chignons, the straw

Two Japanese Kutani wares, 19th/20th century, comprising a dish painted with maidens within a gilt and iron-red border, and a covered jar decorated with rows of Lohan, the dish 29.8 cm diameter

A large Kyoto Satsuma export ware floor vase, Japanese, 19th/20th century, the baluster vase with impressive lion dog lug handles and ring and ribbon motifs to the collar and sides, decorated with landscapes, figures and patterned panels, on a tiered and c

Mid-century bronze sculptures, set of four bronze Japanese geisha heavy statues with good dark patina C.1960's, height 23.5 cm

Ivory netsuke of a young girl, beautifully carved with intricate details, Japanese girl with floral dress and flowers in her hair. Signed by the artist to base

Antique Japanese carved ivory Inro, three sectional with engraved Bijin and flower and bird to the other side, both signed and with red seal marks

Japanese Meiji period letter opener, brass and copper decorated with fish embossed handle

Japanese Meiji period page turner, with engraved foliate decoration and embossed multiple cat decorations to handle

Japanese iron tsuba for Katana, long sword, Moko Gata, lobed form stylised. Excellent example plain workmanship. 78 mm x 4.5 mm

Japanese Meiji period page turner, with engraved decoration and embossed mythical creatures

Japanese and carved ivory tape measure, finely carved ivory mermaid with extendable tape measure

An early Japanese ivory of a wood chopper height 11 cm

Crane decorated Japanese gourd shaped vase height 33 cm

A Japanese floral decorated cloisonne vase height 22 cm

A pair of vintage Japanese Meiji bronze vases with relief avian and foliate design, marked to base height 46 cm

An album of early Japanese hand coloured photographs of life in Japan average photo size 27 cm x 21 cm

An early ivory Japanese lady figure with parasol height 12 cm

A crane decorated Japanese vase featuring cranes on a midnight blue field height 25 cm

A Japanese carved wood Inro, in the form of Ebisu, the god of fishermen and luck, holding a fish on his shoulder, his foot on a basket, the netsuke carved as a fish, height 7.5 cm

A pair of Japanese gilt hinoke-wood temple candlesticks, 19th century, each on a domed chrysanthemum base, rising to a slender reeded shaft and spreading capital supporting the bronze pricket, height 81 cm

Two Japanese ivory Okimonos with seal to base, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the carved ivory depicting a standing Buddha and a deity, each with seals to the base. Height 6 cm, and smaller

A Japanese 'Changing Face' ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the articulated Kabuki character with long hair carrying a staff, with a revolving head depicting both a threatening and a benign visage, lightly engraved and inked, signed unde

A Japanese 'Changing Face' ivory netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the articulated Kabuki character with long hair holding an axe, with a revolving head depicting both a threatening and a benign visage, lightly inked. Height 5 cm

A Japanese 'Changing Face' ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the articulated Kabuki character with long hair holding a staff, with a revolving head depicting both a threatening and a benign visage, lightly engraved and inked, signed under

A Japanese 'Changing Face' ivory okimono, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the articulated Kabuki character with long hair holding a sword, with a revolving head depicting both a threatening and a benign visage, lightly engraved and inked. Height 5 cm

A Japanese ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912 well carved and finely inked in red and green tones, depicting a man carrying a newborn, signed underside. Height 5 cm

A Japanese ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912 well carved and finely inked in red and green tones, depicting a broad shouldered man carrying a jar, and patting an animal, signed underside. Height 5 cm

A Japanese 'Changing Face' ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the articulated Kabuki character with long hair with a revolving head depicting both a threatening and a benign visage, lightly engraved and inked, signed underside. Height 5 cm

A Japanese ivory okimono, late Meiji period, 1868-1912 depicting a middle aged man in traditional dress carrying a child on his back, lightly engraved. Height 5 cm

A Japanese ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912 well carved and finely inked in brown and blue tones, depicting an expressive older man carrying a fish, signed underside. Height 5 cm

A Japanese ivory okimono, late Meiji period, 1868-1912 depicting an elderly man holding a cup, with a bird perched on his shoulder, finely engraved and lightly inked in brown. Height 5 cm

A Japanese ivory signed netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912 well carved and finely inked in brown and green tones, depicting an expressive older man carrying a box and holding a large hammer, signed underside. Height 5 cm

A Japanese 'Changing Face' ivory netsuke, late Meiji period, 1868-1912, the articulated Kabuki character with long hair carrying a sword, with a revolving head depicting both a threatening and a benign visage, lightly engraved and inked. Height 5 cm

Four Japanese Imari and Chinese export plates, 18th to 19th century each porcelain plate hand decorated in Imari style and palette, one depicting flowers and rockwork in a garden setting, bordered with sprigged flowers, another with rabbit amongst flowers,

Two fine Japanese Ginbari cloisonne vases on stands, Taisho period, early 20th century in the manner of Ando Jubei, comprising a baluster shaped vase inlaid in black, white, grey and red cloisonne enamels with cranes in flight on a red ginbari ground with

A signed Japanese Kutani jug and a vase, late Meiji period (1868-1912), the fine ovoid jug decorated with twenty-one shaped reserves depicting daily life narratives from birth to old age, and a small vase with interior and birds on branches panels, upon pa

A Japanese ceramic planter, first half, 20th century, the fish bowl shaped small planter, decorated in moriage enamels in a blue, bright gold, green and white palette with scrolls and mons on jeweled grounds with a patterned neck, the interior painted with

A pair of fine Japanese cloisonne vases, decorated with bird and water plants on a rich ruby red field, silver rim and base, on turned wooden base, very small chip to one base, height 18 cm (without stand).

A good early 20th century Japanese bronze fire pot / jardiniere baluster form with pedestal base, encircling bands of fine quality relief decoration included birds amongst foliage, the captured ring handles issuing from a protruding flower head, height 24.

A Japanese late Edo period (1603 and 1867) characterful tansu chest, with a combination of seven drawers and pair of doors, with elaborate steel fittings including large lock plates to all and uncommon flared hinges. With key. 77.5 x 41 x 81 cm.

Lehmann Masuyama tin toy, original 1929 German made no. 773 Japanese geisha girl with hand painted details and umbrella, all in working condition

Japanese netsuke, carved boxwood depicting toad with young on lily pads, width 4.8 cm

Japanese netsuke, boxwood standing bear, hand-carved, signed

Japanese netsuke, carved boxwood depicting recumbent bison

Japanese netsuke, boxwood kneeling lady with fan, hand-carved, signed

Japanese netsuke, boxwood buddha, hand-carved, signed

Japanese netsuke, boxwood gong fish, hand-carved, signed

Japanese netsuke, boxwood three turtle, hand-carved and signed

19th century. Japanese Imari plate, decorated with hand painted sectional panels depicting flower and fruit pots in shades of blue, green and orange with gilded highlights, diameter 21 cm

19th century carved ivories, Japanese pair of Empress with extensive carvings, signed to base

A pair of 11 mm Japanese coral and 18ct gold drop earrings. Weight 5.5g.

A Meiji period Japanese ivory netsuke of man Making tea, size 43 x 34 mm, sign 'Koshin'.

18ct yellow gold pearl vintage ring, featuring six 6 mm, round, white with pink overtone Japanese cultured pearls in a cluster. Total weight 5.76 grams. Ring size M.

World War II era metal sleeve with cardboard label attached ''A Guaranteed Souvenir from the Japanese Midget Submarine Sunk in, Sydney Harbour Sunday, May 31st, 1942 ......'', sleeve dimensions 18 mm x 11 mm

Vintage Japanese perfume bottle with gold and yellow handpainted highlights, height 10.5 cm

Good Japanese Satsuma coffee set including: coffee pot, lidded cream jug and sugar bowl, and 6 coffee cups and saucers, temple and Mount Fuji decoration, red mark to bases.

Antique Japanese Komai tie/scarf clip

A Japanese ginbari cloisonne bon bon dish featuring cranes in flight, height 19.5 cm

A Japanese possibly World War II katana with shagreen handle and boar menuki and leather scabbard, length 96 cm

A Japanese baluster vase, hand painted with birds, peacocks and flowers, signed to base., height 34 cm

Antique Japanese cloisonne dish, Meiji period oval dish decorated with pink roses and birds in flight against partly blue and black scroll decorated ground., width 15.6 cm (small dent)

Antique Japanese cloisonne dish, Meiji period oval dish decorated with couple in kimono with fans dancing under blossom tree., width 16.5 cm

A folding screen, Japanese, early 20th century ink and gold leaf on paper, four panels, 180 x 128 cm. Provenance: Brosalco, Sydney. Private collection, Sydney, acquired from the above in 1981

A Japanese vase, with hand-painted glaze design. Incised signature to the base. Height 132 mm, diameter 135 mm

A Japanese vase, with maker's mark to the base underside. Height 155 mm, diameter 110 mm

A Japanese mug, with white applied glaze over rough ceramic. Impressed maker's mark to the base. Height 93 mm, diameter 96 mm

A Japanese vase, with incised signature at the base. Height 175 mm, diameter 105 mm

A Japanese bowl, with impressed maker's mark at the base. Height 77 mm, diameter 125 mm

A Japanese export Satsuma vase, 20th century, the baluster vase with a wide waisted neck with applied trailing moriage enamel diaper pattern ground in red, brown and blue with figures engaged in narratives in a landscape setting, with green and gilt highli

A large Japanese bronze tripod koro and cover, late Meiji to Taisho period, the well patinated ovoid bronze koro with a domed cover pierced with cloud design, raised on three dragon head feet, the body with a continuous decoration of applied and finely inc