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![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![Watanabe NOBUKAZU (1874-1944): Viewing the Moon: Artist: Watanabe NOBUKAZU (1874-1944) Title: Viewing the Moon Date: 1891 Medium: Woodblock print Size/Format: triptych (13 7/8 x 28 inches Condition: EXCELLENT impression, color and condition. With ar](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999208_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Karl Florenz (author), & misc. Meiji period illustrators: Dichtergruesse aus dem Osten ('Poets': Artist: Karl Florenz (author), & misc. Meiji period illustrators Title: Dichtergruesse aus dem Osten ('Poets' greetings from the East') Series: From the series of illustrated fairy-tale books printed](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999218_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92): The samurai, Yazu Uemonshichi: Artist: Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92) Title: The samurai, Yazu Uemonshichi Series: Biographies of the Loyal Retainers (aka 'The Forty-seven Ronin') Publisher: Maru-ya Jimpachu Date: 2/1869 (this, orig](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999203_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530659)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
!["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)
![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)
![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)
![Japanese Chinese Carved Rosewood & Paneled Armoires (Pair): This is two of a three piece set of armoires, which includes the left side and center pieces. Carved foliate frieze above a pair of doors with segmented panels having carved butterflies and foliate sp](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8063/323787/176157412_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715711369)
![Nippon (Japanese) Painted Porcelain Punch Bowl & Cups, Grape Cluster Motif, Ca. 1900, H 5.5" W 13" L: Nippon (Japanese) Painted Porcelain Punch Bowl & Cups, Grape Cluster Motif, Ca. 1900, H 5.5" W 13" L 16" 11 pcs | the painted porcelain set offers hand-painted motifs of grapes and vine tendrils, acce](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/359/330762/178389363_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)
![Toshi Yoshida (1911- 1995): Autumn In The Hakone Museum: Artist/Title: Toshi Yoshida (1911- 1995): Autumn In The Hakone Museum Medium: Woodblock Print Size/Format: The print image measures 8 7/8 X 14 5/8 inches plus margins Condition: The print is in excell](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331816/178999202_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)
![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)
![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)
![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)
![Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases, Ca. Early 20th C., H 12" W 4.5" L 3.5" 2 pcs: Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases, Ca. Early 20th C., H 12" W 4.5" L 3.5" 2 pcs | Pair having a red ground with Japanese irises and geometric patterning at the upper and lower edges. Makers mark of a ma](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/359/330762/178389389_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716495461)
![Rare 19th Century Japanese Hand-Painted 'Landscape ' Porcelain Charger: Approximate size:1.75x15x15 in Shipping: We offer in-house shipping services for most small items. This means that we will take care of packing and shipping the items directly to you. For larger or sp](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8283/331554/178843385_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716998811)
![Ando Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858) Woodblock Print Assortment: Ando Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858) Woodblock Print Assortment (7) items including (6) views from the '53 Stations of the Tokaido' uniformly matted behind glass in faux bamboo frames having Findlay G](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/941/332473/179332008_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717622230)
![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)
![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)
![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)
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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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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 […]