![Pair Utamaro Japanese Woodblock Prints Beauties: From an Ithaca, NY estate collection. Pair of Kitagawa Utamaro woodblock prints. Okita & Ofuji and The Ninth Month. Both framed, each measuring approx 13.5" x 11".](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9231/332480/179392728_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718389543)
Japanese Antiques
![Pair Utamaro Japanese Woodblock Prints Beauties: From an Ithaca, NY estate collection. Pair of Kitagawa Utamaro woodblock prints. Okita & Ofuji and The Ninth Month. Both framed, each measuring approx 13.5" x 11".](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9231/332480/179392728_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718389543)
![COLLECTION OF 17 MINIATURE STATUES FROM OCCUPIED JAPAN 1945-1950: This collection features 17 miniature statues from occupied Japan between 1945 and 1950. The statues depict various scenes of men, women, and children, and are made of porcelain and pottery. The multi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8313/326693/177979735_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717797699)
![Antique 1850 Japanese Tobacco Box w/ Sterling Silver Liner: FINE and RARE 1850 Japanese Tobacco Box with sterling silver liner, provenance Ex Famous New York Gallery. Provenance: One Person Private Estate Central Florida. Please copy and paste the UR](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6247/333259/180167022_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718418025)
![A Group of Four Japanese Boxes and An Onsen Hand Towel: Comprising a small jewelry cabinet, a jewelry box, two small medicine boxes, and an onsen towel, with the jewelry cabinet measures 11.1/2 in. high, 8 in. wide, 4.3/8 in. deep, the smallest medicine bo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646362_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![MCM Japanese Woodblocks, Samurai and Women in Winter: From an original set of 6 portfolio images published in "Kabuki Explanations and Stories" by author OHASHI, Gekko, illustrated and published by IN, kyotohanga of the Kyoto Hanga In Co. c.1954. A Samur](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8050/328421/176939212_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1714605816)
![Small World Rhythm Sound & Motion Musical Clock 4MH780-R: Small World Rhythm Sound & Motion Musical Clock 4MH780-R. This is a charming clock crafted from wood and in an oval shape. This wall clock features a pendulum and moving parts that perfectly complimen](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/179305076_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717596935)
![Takahashi Hiroaki, Fuji from Mizukubo, Woodblock: Property from a Georgia Estate Description: Takahashi Hiroaki (Shotei 1871-1945), Fuji from Mizukubo, Woodblock Print, 20th Century, signed and stamped along lower right side and in the plate lowe](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394413_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![Pr Nippon Plates, Cloisonne Vase & Metal Teapot: Description: Pair of Japanese Nippon Plates, Chinese Cloisonne Vase and Metal Teapot, comprising a pair of 8 3/8 in. Japanese Nippon plates, marked in red on underside, a 7 1/2 in. Chinese cloiso](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394461_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![Japanese Satsuma Bowl: Property from a Savannah, GA Estate Description: Japanese Satsuma Bowl, marked on underside, depicting two women among flowering branches, with shaped rim. Measurements: Height:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394455_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![Utamaro, 3 Laughters at Children's Playful Spirits: Property from a Bluffton, SC Estate Description: Kitagawa Utamaro, Three Laughters at Children's Playful Spirits, c. 1802, Woodblock Print, inscribed along right side, stamped lower right, depicti](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394400_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![Japanese Buddha Gilt Metal Sculpture Incense Holder: Buddha statue censer. Gold gilt finish over iron. Measures about 11" x 9" x 7".](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7277/331489/179404583_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718383961)
![Antique Japanese Samurai Metal JINGASA Hat Helmet with Brass & Copper Mount.: Antique Japanese Samurai Metal JINGASA Hat Helmet with Brass & Copper Mount. Size: Regular Adult. Scull Stand is not included. ~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For addi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425151_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Two Japanese Porcelain Chargers & Chinese Ginger Jar: Property of the Estate of Anne P. West, Savannah, GA Description: Two Japanese Porcelain Chargers and a Chinese Ginger Jar, comprising a hexagonal-form ginger jar decorated with flower branches an](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394377_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![RUSSIAN JAPANESE WAR CAVALRY BATTLE SWORD ~ WELL MARKED HILT ~ MATCHING SERIAL NUMBERS: Russian Japanese War Cavalry Battle Sword ~ Well Marked Hilt ~ Matching Serial Numbers. Total length (inside scabbard if present) : 39 3/4", Blade length : 33". ~~ . Detailed condition reports are not](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425077_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Very Nice Mei Ji era Japanese Samurai JINGASA Hat Helmet with Beautiful Black Red and Gold Lacquer: Very Nice Mei Ji era Japanese Samurai JINGASA Hat Helmet with Beautiful Black Red and Gold Lacquer Work and Original Padding. Size: R Adult. ~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this cat](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425086_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Japanese High Quality Full Training Kendo Armor Set. Mask , gloves, waist band, etc.. Titanium: Japanese High Quality Full Training Kendo Armor Set. Mask , gloves, waist band, etc. Titanium Mask/Helmet. Complete. ~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional inf](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425080_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Unusual Antique Japanese Samurai Flail War Club Mace Weapon, of Hard Wood with Strong Iron Mounts.: Unusual Antique Japanese Samurai Flail War Club Mace Weapon, of Hard Wood with Strong Iron Mounts. Quite Capable of Impacting the Helmets and Other Armor. Total length : 29 1/2". Detailed condition re](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425090_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Good Japanese Samurai Police SODEGARAMI Polearm Weapon for Taking Down the Horsemen by Tangling: Good Japanese Samurai Police SODEGARAMI Polearm Weapon for Taking Down the Horsemen by Tangling their Robes or Kimonos. Well Forged Iron Head on its Original Wood Shaft. Total length 94" Blade length](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425088_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Rare 17th-18th C. Japanese Samurai Back-Plate Armor with a FLAG HOLDER Bracket: Rare 17th-18th C. Japanese Samurai Back-Plate Armor with a FLAG HOLDER Bracket. A wonderful early example worn in battle by a samurai carrying his Clan's flag mounted behind his back. Very well built](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425076_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Rare WW II Japanese Army Officer's Sword by OSAWA KANEHISA SAKU. Bearing Seldom Encountered KOKUIN: Rare WW II Japanese Army Officer's Sword by OSAWA KANEHISA SAKU. Bearing Seldom Encountered KOKUIN Stamp at the End of Tang. Beautiful Active Hamon Along the Edge. Total length (inside scabbard if pre](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425128_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Rare Japanese Meiji Copper Sho Vase w/ King Rangryo: East Asia, Japan, Meiji era, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A cast leaded-copper alloy vase in the form of an instrument known as a sho, a mouth organ, with fierce warriors on both sides. The](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/333176/180357595_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718746494)
![Excellent Japanese Tanto Knife ~ Koto signed Kunimitsu Blade: Koto tanto, signed Kunimitsu, ca. early 1400?s Oei period, hira-zukuri construction, refined hada and suguha hamon, in ornate aikuchi-style samurai koshirae featuring high quality ribbed lacquer with](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425114_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Nice Japanese Shinto Katana Samurai Sword ~ 1600s blade: Shinto katana, 24 inch length of cutting edge, unsigned ca. 1600s, likely Osaka Shinto school with an active gunome midare hamon, clean mint condition blade in ornate and original samurai style handac](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425117_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![KOTO PERIOD JAPANESE KATANA SWORD ~ SIGNED KUNIYOSHI ~ 27 INCH BLADE: Koto katana, 27 inch length of cutting edge, signed Kuniyoshi, ca. 1400-1500s, high quality horimono carvings on both sides, in military shin gunto mounts. Total length (inside scabbard if present) :](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425122_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
News about Japanese Antiques
![Nelkin collection of Japanese woodblock prints bows at Heritage June 27](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/179220002_1_x.jpg)
Nelkin collection of Japanese woodblock prints bows at Heritage June 27
DALLAS — Heritage Auctions is selling the Nelkin collection of Japanese woodblock prints on Thursday, June 27. Ruth Nelkin of Stamford, Connecticut and New York City collected across a wide variety of different disciplines, from Fabergé to French art glass. However, her primary passion was for ukiyo-e, the Japanese artform that has captivated Western eyes […]
![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)
Japanese cloisonné art and vases win spotlight at Jasper52 May 15
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 […]
![Japanese Woodblock Prints presented in New York on April 10](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/174401771_1_x.jpg)
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 […]
![Early Japanese tin toys stole the show at Milestone’s $1.3M sale](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/621.png)
Early Japanese tin toys stole the show at Milestone’s $1.3M sale
WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – Milestone Auctions marked a major milestone of its own with its New Years Antique Toy Extravaganza on January 13, selling nearly $1.3 million across 723 lots and notching its first million-plus toy sale. Complete results are available at LiveAuctioneers. “In our ten-year history we’ve had other million-dollar-plus auctions, but this was our […]