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![Hokuei: Nakamura Matsue III as Osono: Artist: HOKUEI (active 1824- d. 1836) Subject: Natamura Matsue III as Osono Publisher: Tenki Signature: Shunkôsai Hokuei Date: 8/1830 Format: ôban, 24.3 x 37.5 cm Condition: Fine impression, some fa](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999200_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Toshihide: Fighting Outside Fengtian: Artist: TOSHIHIDE Migita (1863-1925) Subject: Fighting Outside Fengtian Series: Sino-Japanese War Publisher: Tsutsumi Kichibei Signature: ôju Toshihide Date: 1894 Format: ôban triptych, 77.5 x 36.8](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999204_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92): Moon of the Enemy's Lair - Little Prince Usu: Artist: Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92) Title: Moon of the Enemy's Lair - Little Prince Usu Series: One Hundred Aspects of the Moon Date: 1886 Medium: woodblock print Size/Format: oban (c. 14" x 10") Co](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999211_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Antique Japanese Kannon Biraki Tansu Chests On Black Lacquer Stand (3 Piece Set): Antique Japanese Kannon Biraki Tansu Chests On Black Lacquer Stand (3 Piece Set) One tansu has two drawers, with a larger bottom drawer. The second is a cabinet with four drawers of varying sizes.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8063/323787/176157392_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715711369)
![Beautiful Pair of Large Old Paris Hand Painted Vases with Birds: Beautiful Pair or Large Old Paris Hand Painted Vases with Birds. This is a beautiful pair of handled vases each with a different depiction of little brown and white birds. Bright aqua blue with silver](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/173744040_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1712284433)
![Akio Tanaka (Japan,1915-1981) oil painting: ARTIST: Akio Tanaka (Japanese, 1915 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Composition YEAR: 1961 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. A](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5934/327562/176450523_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1714033757)
![Yukio Imamura (Japan,b 1935) acrylic painting: ARTIST: Yukio Imamura (Japanese, born 1935) NAME: Zenon Vol 9833 YEAR: 1998 MEDIUM: acrylic on canvas. Canvas applied to board. CONDITION: Small paint loss by the lower edge. No visible inpaint under](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5934/325439/175162722_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1712359089)
![Signed Myochin Dragonfly Samurai Armor: Signed Muneko Myochin samurai armor with painted dragonfly on dou (cuirass) and wonderful dragonfly maedate (front helmet decoration). The dragonfly, or AKITSU in Japanese, is a national symbol in Jap](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255816_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
![Nippon (Japanese) Coralene Porcelain Vases & Bowl, Ca. 1900, H 6.5" W 4.5" L 5" 8 pcs: Nippon (Japanese) Coralene Porcelain Vases & Bowl, Ca. 1900, H 6.5" W 4.5" L 5" 8 pcs | the collection offer a floral motif with applied glass beaded ornamentation. the tallest vase measures H 6.5" X](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/359/330762/178389361_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716495461)
![Yasuji Inoue: Kyodo Risshi no Motoi: Artist: YASUJI Inoue (1864-1889) Subject: Men around a Fire Series: Kyodo Risshi no Motoi Publisher: Matsuki Heikichi Signature: Inoue Tanaka Date: 1879 Format: ôban, 24.5 x 35.5 cm Condition: Fine i](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999217_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806): Bijin with mirror: Artist: UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806) Title: Bijin with mirror Date: 1790s (the original edition; this impression made from recut blocks in the 20th century) Medium: Woodblock print Size/Format: oban](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999216_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Utagawa TOYOKUNI (1769-1825): The actor Nakayama Tomisaburo I (1760-1819) as the geisha: Artist: Utagawa TOYOKUNI (1769-1825) Title: The actor Nakayama Tomisaburo I (1760-1819) as the geisha Kyobashi-no-Koman Series: The actor in the kabuki play, 'Kakinaoshi Sango Taisetsu', performed at](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999199_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Long WW2 Japanese Sadahiro Katana: Long Gendaito blade 66.7cm (26.26 inches) signed Itami Sadahiro. The term Gendaito refers to Japanese swords produced from 1876 to 1945. Blade offers a very decent polish and a nice Hamon that runs al](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255815_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
![Kawase Hasui (1883-1957), Moon at Magome, Woodblock: Property from a Georgia Estate Description: Kawase Hasui (Japanese, 1883-1957), Moon at Magome, 20th C, Woodblock Print, inscribed lower left, stamped lower right, signed and stamped in plate low](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394348_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Collection, Ca. 19th And 20th C., 5 pcs: Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Collection, Ca. 19th And 20th C., 5 pcs | Lot includes: One 19th century finely detailed vase with four registers. One register of lake Biwa with Mt. Fuji in the backgro](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/359/330762/178389393_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716495461)
![A 16th Century, Possibly Earlier Japanese Samurai Sword Katana: Cutting edge: 27 in., some spotting and rusting at the tip, spider rust, no nicks, no cracks, no forged flaws, early bizen school, suguha temper, blade visible throughout, habaki loose, needs soldier](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646097_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![An Early 17th Century Long Japanese Samurai Sword Katana: A fine Japanese sword, looks early Shinto Period, early to mid 1600s, cutting edge is just over 27 in. overall length 34.3/4 in. The katana is possible Edo Ishido school, the hamon is nanako or boxed](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646096_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![Vintage Large Japanese Abstract Expressionist Painting, Signed: Oil on canvas 48 x 36 in. Signed Takimoto 1988](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6201/329440/177953738_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717707680)
![Toshimitsu: Sino-Japanese War Battle: Artist: TOSHIMITSU Subject: Battle Series: Sino-Japanese War Signature: okû Toshimitsu Date: September 1894 Format: ôban triptych, 25 x 37 cm each Condition: Fine impression and color, minor flaws,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999214_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Yoshiiku: Taiheiki Warrior: Artist: Utagawa YOSHIIKU (1833-1904) Subject: Warrior Series: Taiheikieyûden (Biographies of Heroes of the Taiheiki) Publisher: Hirookaya Kosuke Signature: Ikkeisai Yoshiiku Date: 1867 Format: chûba](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999201_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Tokuriki: Nijo Castle in Snow: Artist: Tomikichirô TOKURIKI (1902-1999) Subject: Nijo Castle in Snow Series: Kyoraku Sanjû Kei (Thirty Views of Kyoto) Publisher: Uchida Bijutsu Shoshi Signature: Tomikichiro Date: 1936 Format: shi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999212_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![An Early Japanese Katana 16th Early 17th Century Samurai Sword: Cutting edge: 24.1/2 in., early sword, temper visible throughout the entire blade, tip is tempered, out of polish, no visible flaws, no cracks, no chips, an interesting early temper, possibly Bizen sc](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646095_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![Isoda KORYUSAI (fl. 1765-85): Couple by the verandah with dog: Artist: Isoda KORYUSAI (fl. 1765-85) Title: Couple by the verandah with dog Date: 1770s-90s (this first edition impression) Medium: wooblock print Size/Format: chuban (7.5" x 10.5") Description: A ver](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999220_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Lot of 13 Japanese / Chinese Carved Figurines: Lot of 13 Japanese / Chinese Carved Figurines. This is nice lot of carved Oriental figures with detailed marking and several signed with artist signature. They range in size from 1.25" to 2.5". There](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/176708672_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1714400431)
![Estate Lot of 8 Chinese Japanese Carvings; Meerschaum Pipe; Nodders: Estate Lot of 8 Chinese Japanese Carvings; Meerschaum Pipe; Nodders. 1- This is the end of a Meerschaum Pipe depicting a carving of 2 horses. It measures 2.25" x 1.5". (only the head of the pipe is li](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/177306568_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716986129)
![Japanese Marquetry Tansu Cabinet: Japanese Marquetry Tansu Cabinet Having mixed wood veneers on front, sides and top, two half-drawers over a shelf behind four sliding doors, a 3/4-width drawer and a lift-out door, all above two half-](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/941/332473/179332110_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717622230)
![Nippon (Japanese) Moriage Porcelain Vases, Pitcher & Decanters, Ca. 1900, H 11" Dia. 5.5" 9 pcs: Nippon (Japanese) Moriage Porcelain Vases, Pitcher & Decanters, Ca. 1900, H 11" Dia. 5.5" 9 pcs | the tallest vase measures H 11" X DIA 5.5". the shortest vase measures H 5" X W 2.5" X L 5.5". the tal](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/359/330762/178389362_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716495461)
![Bairei: Pheasant: Artist: BAIREI Subject: Pheasant Series: Bairei Gadan Publisher: Unsodo Seal: Bairei Date: 1913 Format: chûban, 26 x 21.6 cm Condition: Fine impression, color and condition, slight handling wrinkles](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999210_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Manabu Miyoshi: Iris Irojiman: Artist: Manaabu MIYOSHI (1861-1939) Subject: 29. f. Irojiman Series: Iris Laevigata Fisch Publisher: Kyoto, Geiso-Do Signature: None Date: 1921 Format: 22 x 29.9 cm Condition: Fine. Hand-colored plate](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999207_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Kunio Kaneko (B. - 1949): Little Comet: Artist/Title: Kunio Kaneko (B. - 1949): Little Comet Date: 2006 Medium: Woodblock Print Edition: A.P. (Artist Proof) Size/Format: The print image measures 3 5/8 X 4 3/8 inches plus margins Condition:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999215_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Marx Tin Litho Wind Up Amos N Andy Fresh Air Taxis Vehicle Made in Japan Works!: Marx Tin Litho Wind Up Amos N Andy Fresh Air Taxis Vehicle Made in Japan Works! One of the figures will need to be glued to the bench. Measures approx 8 inches long and 3.25 inches deep](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7787/330149/178722516_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716992399)
![A WWII World War 2 Japanese Katana Navy Officer's Samurai Sword: A beautiful gendaito with a sharkskin scabberd WWII Japaneese samurai sword for a officer with a wavy temper line. In beautiful condition. Signed Seki Ju Masahiro. Cutting edge length is 25.1/4 inches](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646094_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![A 16th Century Important Signature Japanese Wakazashi Samurai Sword, Not Katana: A fine Japanese late 1500s signed Bizen Nori Mitsu, possible the first/second generation, out of the wood work, interesting fittings, brass chased dragon, namban tsuba incased brass, wooden handle, bl](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646098_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![Japanese Samurai Long Red Shrimp Wakizashi Mumei: Outstanding Japanese Samurai Wakizashi sword with rare Shrimp or lobster tail red koshirae in excellent condition. The blade is 53.7cm or 21.14 inches, offers a very decent polish and very interesting](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255814_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
!["Sough" by Toko Shinoda (1913-2021) Calligraphy Brushstroke Lithograph 49/50: "Sough" by Toko Shinoda (1913-2021) Calligraphy Brushstroke Lithograph 49/50. Renowned worldwide, Shinoda Toko's brushstroke paintings and prints have left an indelible mark on the art scene. In 1983,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/178183822_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716308629)
![Tin Litho Friction Toy Circus Jeep With Box 1950's - Made in Japan EXELO? RARE FIND: Tin Litho Friction Toy Circus Jeep With Box 1950's - Made in Japan B? EXELO Rare Vintage 1950s Circus Jeep Tin Litho Friction Toy w/ Box - Made in Japan is in good condition cosmetically. Friction doe](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7787/330149/177996783_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715918114)
![Manabu Miyoshi: Iris Shirotae: Artist: Manaabu MIYOSHI (1861-1939) Subject: 32. f. Iwaijô Series: Iris Laevigata Fisch Publisher: Kyoto, Geiso-Do Signature: None Date: 1921 Format: 22 x 29.9 cm Condition: Fine. Hand-colored plate](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999213_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Yoshiiku: Ichikawa Danjuro III as Kagekiyo: Artist: Utagawa YOSHIIKU (1833-1904) Subject: Ichikawa Danjûrô III as Kagekiyo Series: Nazorae Kyu Sei Ichikawa Kei Fu Publisher: (Akiyama Buemon) Seal: Yoshiiku Date: 1894 Format: chûban, 20 x 30](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999219_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Shizuo ASHIKAGA (1917-91): China Rose & Chestnut-eared Bunting: Artist: Shizuo ASHIKAGA (1917-91) Title: China Rose & Chestnut-eared Bunting Publisher: Uchida (water-marked) Date: 1950s, printed later? Medium: Woodblock print Size/Format: dai-oban (c. 17.5 x 12 in](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999209_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
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![Japanese cloisonné art and vases win spotlight at Jasper52 May 15](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/176976035_1_x.jpg)
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NEW YORK – On Wednesday, May 15, starting at 2 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present a 320-lot sale titled Gilded Enamel: Cloisonne Art, Vases, & More. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. The sale highlights all spotlight examples from Japan, including those dating to the Meiji period. First among them […]
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Japanese Woodblock Prints presented in New York on April 10
NEW YORK – On Wednesday, April 10, launching at 8 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present a sale of Japanese Woodblock Prints, featuring 87 lots of works from Tokuriki, Masao Ebina, the Utagawa School, and more. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. First among the highlights is Bakufu Ohno’s (1888-1976) 1950 print […]
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WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – An amazing selection of pre- and postwar toys from around the world is on tap with Milestone Auctions‘ New Year’s Antique Toy Extravaganza on Saturday, January 13. The catalog is now available for bidding at LiveAuctioneers. The 732-lot sale includes some of the most sought-after European, American and Japanese playthings from the […]