Pair of Antique wood carved elders probably taken from a Chinese temple arch. The figures themselves are 19th century with wooden nails on the back. They were later placed on wood lacquered bases. They are not the same but work as mirror images. Great color and patina. Old felt on the bottoms.
Set of three engraved Japanese bronze bells used in Zen Buddhism for prayer and meditation. These bells are attached to a metal base. Each engraved bell has a distinct sound. These were either temple bells or used in someone's personal shrine. There is no striker with these bells.
Round footed Japanese Satsuma box. The exterior of the box has irises that extend to the lid of the box. An inset of an man, woman, and child sits amongst a bed of flowers. Signed on the bottom
Age: 1900-1920
Measurements: 3" in diameter with a height of 1 1/2". ...click for details
Fine Japanese Satsuma footed round trinket box, artist signed on the bottom. The inset shows a mother sitting with her two children perhaps telling stories or instructing them.
