Antique Japanese doll pair depicting a Noh play, "The Old Couple from Takasago" from Taisho period (1912-26). The man's name is Jo and wife is Uba. They symbolize long life and happiness with Jo raking in the good and Uba sweeping out the bad. This pair is quite beloved in Japan and often given ... more

Antique Japanese costume doll of the Empress and her Retainer on a wooden base from Taisho period (1912-1926). Would have been displayed for Girl's Day (formerly March 3rd, now combined with boys day and celebrated as Children's day on May 5). The empress measures 7" including her crown... more

Antique Japanese Yatate, c1850. A yatate is a portable writing set that dates to the Kamakura period 1192-1333. A yatate has a dipper for the ink (sumi) and an attached tube for a bamboo brush. They were either attached to the belt (obi) or tucked inside. This yatate is made of bronze, is 6-1/4"... more

Antique Japanese kiri wood and iron stamp box from late Edo to early Meiji period (c1850-1880), measuring 6-1/2" x 4-3/4" x 4.3/4" deep. A stamp in Japan was/is their signature. Probably belonged to a merchant who kept many stamps in it. Please keep in mind that this box is 125 to 155 years old. ... more

Antique Japanese Pastry Branding Irons from Meiji period (1868-1912). The lengths range from 11-7/8" to 13-1/2". Two are triangular with oval prongs, one is a leaf-like pattern and the last says "milk". The longest handle is slightly bent, some rust and corrosion but nothing unexpected for the ag... more

NAME: Antique Japanese doll of a merchant's daughter AGE: Dating to Meiji Period (1868-1912) when the merchants were the wealthy class SIZE: 8-3/4" tall and the stand, 2-7/8" x 3-1/2". CONDITION: The hand dyed silk crepe kimono has some fading (not unexpected for ... more