A few examples of appraisal values for
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• Japanese Zishi, giltwood figure
  Japanese Zishi, giltwood figure of Amida edo period Carved to show softly draped robes, hands in an-i-in mantra, serene expression, urna and usnisa inlaid with crystals, lotus plinth pedestal and framed by open-work halo, cased, moderate losses. Total H: 19 in. PROVENANCE: Property of a Lady
• Taiso Yoshitoshi (Japanese
  Taiso Yoshitoshi (Japanese 1839-1892) "The Village of the Shi Clan on a Moonlit Night (Shikason Tsukiyo)". Woodblock print in colors with gauffrage from "100 Aspects of the Moon" trimmed and conjoined with text page written by the collector in 1885 apprx. 13" x 17-1/2" sight size matted and framed in a round corner silver tone frame under plexi overall apprx. 23-1/2" x 27-1/2". Label verso from The Mitzie Verne Collection Inc. "Shi Shin (in Chinese Shih Chin) is one of the 108 bandit heroes of the famous Chinese novel "Suikoden" (translated by Pearl Buck under the title "All Men are Brothers". His nickname was "the Nine dragoned" because he was tattooed with an elaborate design of nine dragons. He began life as the son of a wealthy landowner in the village named after his family. Here he is shown relaxing on a summer evening before he began his career as a bandit."
• TSUKIOKA YOSHITOSHI (TAISO) (JAPAN,
  TSUKIOKA YOSHITOSHI (TAISO) (JAPAN, 1832-1892) "A Young Retainer of Lord Kira hurling a brazier at Kataoka Gengoemon during the night attack of the forty-seven Ronin" from "Shinsen azuma nishiki-e". (New selections of eastern brocade pictures). Signed Yoshitoshi. Artist's seal Taiso. Dated Meiji 18 (1885), publisher: Tsunashima, Oban diptych, in black molded frame, matted and glazed, OS: 19" x 24 3/4", SS: 14" x 19". Rippled where joined, tape stain bottom center, light corner bend lower right.
• MIGITA TOSHIHIDE (JAPAN, 1863-1921)
  MIGITA TOSHIHIDE (JAPAN, 1863-1921) UNFRAMED Diptych. "Komatsu Shigemori" from "Meiyo juhachi ban" (Eighteen Acts of Glory) series, 1898. Depicting Taira no Shigemori (left) in conversation with his father Taira no Kiyomori. Motome ni ojite Gosai signature and seal of the artist. Publisher Akiyama Buemon. Oban ukiyo-e. Loose, in folio, not joined. Very good condition, two large chips on one long side at joining line of a sheet.
• JAPANESE BRONZE SHI-TENNO
  JAPANESE BRONZE SHI-TENNO STATUEMeiji period, impressed six character mark to base, depicting one of the four heavenly kings, probably Zocho-ten, clad in armor and subduing a jaki, tiered base with slots for removable figure, scrolled legs, patinated bronze, 15 x 9-1/2 x 8 in. Provenance: Estate of Nadean McArthur, Clyde, North Carolina Condition: surface dirt, figure slightly loose on stand, figure's trishula/trident bent and slightly loose in hands, item in jaki's hand possibly lacking element
• Totoya Hokkei (1780-1850), Zhang
  Totoya Hokkei (1780-1850), Zhang Liang (Shibo), Circa 1820 Surimono woodblock print depicting Zhang Liang (Shibo) from the series 'Meng Qiu' (Mogyu), embellished with metallic pigments and embossing shikishiban 8.1 x 7.1 in — 20.6 x 18 cm
• SHOUN, ZENGA SCHOOL japanese, 20th
  SHOUN, ZENGA SCHOOL japanese, 20th century SCRIPT Hanging scroll, ink on paper, seal, H: 52 in. provenance: Private Collection, Pittsburgh Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman''s Conditions of Sale.
• A Shinto Wakizashi in
  A Shinto Wakizashi in KoshiraeSugata:  Shinogi-Zukuri Iori-mune with shallow tori-zoriNagasa:. 50.5cmMotohaba: 2.8cm Sakihaba: 2.2cm Kasane: 7mmHada: itame but detail obscured by light abrasionHamon: Suguha base with pointed ko-gunomeKissaki: chu-kissakiNakago:  suriage one mekugi ana, signed Terushige (possibly 4th generation circa 1648)Koshirae yellow silk braid bound over black lacquered same tsuka, round iron tsuba with gold inlay. Menuki bow arrows and quiver in copper and gold plain iron fuchi (kashira missing)Provenance: gifted in 1962.Lots 539-543 comprise a collection of Japanese edged weapons assembled by the late Mr MacCormick between 1953 and 1963, with one final addition added in 1998. They were all purchased within the UK at local auctions, antique shops or privately. They have never been submitted for shinsa. All of the works are in largely untouched condition and a professional polish would undoubtedly reveal more detail of hada, hamon and boshi. Equally the koshirae include a number of interesting tsuba and small fittings which are worthy of further study and preservation. Mellors & Kirk gratefully acknowledge the assistance of Paul Bowman in the cataloguing of this collection
• A Shinto Wakizashi in
  A Shinto Wakizashi in KoshiraeSugata:  Shinogi-Zukuri Iori-mune with shallow tori-zoriNagasa: 38.6cmMotohaba: 2.7cm  Sakihaba:  2.1cm Kasane: 6mmHada: Itame/nagare but detail obscured by light abrasion.Hamon: Suguha with ko-gunomeKissaki: Chu-kissaki with slight damage to tip details of boshi not visibleNakago:  Ubu, one mekugi ana, kurijiri Kesho yasurimeiKoshirae light brown silk braid bound same tsuka, iron mokkogata tsuba. Menuki monkeys with baskets of flowers. Fuchi kashira vines in gold over fine shakudo nanako. Gold foil covered copper habaki (damaged) Black ishimei lacquered saya.Provenance: purchased in a local UK antique shop 1958.Lots 539-543 comprise a collection of Japanese edged weapons assembled by the late Mr MacCormick between 1953 and 1963, with one final addition added in 1998. They were all purchased within the UK at local auctions, antique shops or privately. They have never been submitted for shinsa. All of the works are in largely untouched condition and a professional polish would undoubtedly reveal more detail of hada, hamon and boshi. Equally the koshirae include a number of interesting tsuba and small fittings which are worthy of further study and preservation. Mellors & Kirk gratefully acknowledge the assistance of Paul Bowman in the cataloguing of this collection
• Japanese Shinto period, circa 1600,
  Japanese Shinto period, circa 1600, Wakizashi blade in shinogi zukuri form showing a very distinct undulating hamon; entire sword in its original form with Edo period tsuba, fuchi kashira and silver menuki in form of kabuto; re-wrapped in second world war for marine officer in blue ito; it's original black lacquered saya covered with a rare marine officers outer leather cover in navy blue indicating use by a naval officer or possibly a submarine commander; With Scabbard L 36" (Approx.)
• DAISHIN GITO japanese, (1657-1730)
  DAISHIN GITO japanese, (1657-1730) ZENGA-MONK MEDITATING Hanging scroll, ink on paper figure and script, sealed and signed L: 19 provenance: Private Collection, Pittsburgh Daishin was a monk at Daitoku-ji temple and lived towards the end of the 17th century. ,000-5,000 Piece shows considerable age; old creases, cracking and wear; painting still intact with easily disceranble image and script despite fading
• TWO JAPANESE TRAVELING SHRINES
  TWO JAPANESE TRAVELING SHRINES (ZUSHI), EDO PERIODTWO JAPANESE TRAVELING SHRINES (ZUSHI), EDO PERIOD, the first, with a black lacquer case fitted with etched brass clasp, trim and hinges, opening to reveal a patterned and gilded interior fitted with a single large Buddha standing on a lotus base, h: 5 in.; and the other, a smaller wood example, with a five character gilt inscription reading Hachimandai bosatsu to left door exterior, opening to reveal a guardian figure to each door, with a central figure atop a lotus base, paper label and inscription to underside, h: 2.75 in. (2) Provenance: Estate of Mrs. Orme Wilson, The Tuleyries, Boyce, Virginia
• HIROSHI YOSHIDA(Japanese,
  HIROSHI YOSHIDA(Japanese, 1876-1950) Toshogu Shrine, signed in pencil "Hiroshi Yoshida" and tilted in lower margin, artist's signature and seal lower right, jizuri seal upper left margin, woodblock print, oban tate-e , sheet 16 x 11 in.; carved and gilt wood frame, 19-3/4 x 14-3/4 in. Provenance: Sold to benefit the William King Museum of Art, Abingdon, Virginia Condition: hinged in on mat with archival tape, top left margin tacked down, light wear to edges, some creasing at image edges (likely once matted in smaller frame); frame with light wear and abrasions
• Two Zushi (Traveling Shrine)
  Two Zushi (Traveling Shrine) Japanese, 19th century, black-lacquered wood cases with gilt interiors, brass mounts, one zushi with Buddha standing with lotus before a mandorla in a stepped and waisted base, 17-1/4 in., loss to implement in left hand, draped fabric on right arm, two flower finials on gallery; other zushi with Buddha seated on lotus before a mandorla on a stepped and waisted base, enclosed with two columns and an arch, 13 in., loss to top of headdress, minor chip to hands, figure loose from base at first gallery,
• 1933 pattern Japanese army officers
  1933 pattern Japanese army officers shingunto WW2 katana in shinogi zukuri form; with an unusual broad groove following the length of the blade; typical army fittings and brown tsuka ito; single hole unsigned tang; minor rust on surface of blade and missing scabbard; L 36 1/2" (Approx.)
• TOKO SHINODA (JAPANESE,
  TOKO SHINODA (JAPANESE, 1913-2021) UNTITLED Sumi painting on hosho paper mounted on paperboard. Signed (lower right).
• TSUCHIYA KOITSU (JAPAN, 1870-1949),
  TSUCHIYA KOITSU (JAPAN, 1870-1949), ZOJO-JI TEMPLE IN SNOW., WOODBLOCK PRINT, 15" X 10" SIGHT. FRAMED 21" X 16".TSUCHIYA KOITSU, Japan, 1870-1949, Zojo-ji Temple in Snow. From the series "Views of Tokyo". Dimensions: Woodblock print, 15" x 10" sight. Framed 21" x 16".
• HOSODA EISHI (JAPAN, 1756-1829) A
  HOSODA EISHI (JAPAN, 1756-1829) A Woman Lighting a Garden Lantern, from "Selection of Beauties from the Pleasure Quarters: Hanamurasaki of the Tamaya in Procession" (Dochu no zu, Tamaya Hanamurasaki), dark grey mica background, in gold molded frame, glazed, OS: 15 3/4" x 12 3/4", image: 11 3/4" x 8 3/4", good condition.
• YOSHITOSHI TAISO (japanese
  YOSHITOSHI TAISO (japanese 1839-1892) A POEM BY KINTO
• A Japanese Koshirae mount only
  A Japanese Koshirae mount only for a wakizashi with a Hotei design for the fuchi kashira, the menuki with Shishi dogs and the tsuba is iron sukashi, with beautifully bended laquered scabard. Overall length 66.8 cm.
• Seisui Tsunoda (B. 1930),
  Seisui Tsunoda (B. 1930), Japanese ZÉPHYR seal-stamped lower-middle right sight 23.6 x 33.1 in — 59.5 x 83.5 cm
• Shimaoka Tatsuzo (Japanese
  Shimaoka Tatsuzo (Japanese 1917-2007), a square stoneware bottle vase impressed chevron design under a thin white glaze, each side with a white roundel containing a green, red and yellow foliate motif, 20cm high and a saucer dish of similar design, 24cm diameter, both with impressed marks /Provenance: purchased at Galerie Besson
• Matsuda Tsuguyasu Dated 1988 the
  Matsuda Tsuguyasu Dated 1988 the Hira Zukuri wakizashi made in the form of a Koto copy, the hamon is a straight temper. Length of blade 40.5 cm.
• JAPANESE TALL ZUSHI (TRAVELING
  JAPANESE TALL ZUSHI (TRAVELING SHRINE), MEIJI/TAISHO PERIOD HEIGHT: 33 IN. (83.82 CM.)JAPANESE TALL ZUSHI (TRAVELING SHRINE), MEIJI/TAISHO PERIOD, the typical black lacquer case opening to reveal a standing figure of the Buddha with molded flame form mandala, the interior of the case glazed gold, with paintings to interior of both doors Dimensions: Height: 33 in. (83.82 cm.)
• Japanese Edo Period Iron Daisho
  Japanese Edo Period Iron Daisho Shakudo pair of tsuba for a daisho in the Mino Goto style with polonius flowers, chrysanthemums, various vines and tendrils carved in relief and some gilt applied, with a re-enforced mimi, each tsuba with extensive calligraphy of the artist and village where they were made, circa 1800; Each L 2 3/4" (Approx.)
• Tortoise Shizui Wood Netsuke
  Tortoise Shizui Wood Netsuke Depicting one of the four signs of good omen Shizui, standing on a leaf; with dark patina. Signed on bottom, approx. 1-1/8"T x 2"L x 1-1/4"W.
• Shozo Nagano (Japanese-American,
  Shozo Nagano (Japanese-American, 1928-2007) PA artist, large painting "Torso", acrylic on canvas mounted on shaped plywood, signed "Shozo Nagano 1984" on reverse, 39" x 41", acquired from the collection of a friend of the artist, good condition
• Japanese carved ivory zodiac animal
  Japanese carved ivory zodiac animal set Meiji period nezumi (rat) H1 1/2'' ushi (ox) H1 1/4'' tora (tiger) H1 1/2'' usagi (rabbit) H1 1/4'' tatsu (dragon H1 1/2'' hebi (snake) H1'' uma (horse) H1 1/2'' hitsuji (sheep) H1 1/2'' saru (monkey) H1 1/2'' tori (rooster) H1 1/4'' inu (dog) H1 1/2'' inoshishi (boar) H1'' signed and accompanied by wood stands. (12pcs) Provenance: South Carolina private collection. All pieces in good original condition.
• Shigekuni Dated 1870 the mounted
  Shigekuni Dated 1870 the mounted tanto in full polish, the Aikuchi style mounts with mother of pearl inlays. Length of blade 18.1 cm.
• A Japanese lacquer miniature
  A Japanese lacquer miniature shrine, Zushi, Meiji period, 12cm h More Information Slightly scratched and both arms broken off at the elbow and missing, numerous losses and damage to background, doors closing shut
• An Ivory Netsuke of a Recumbent
  An Ivory Netsuke of a Recumbent Shishi, Mid 19th Century The shishi lion with one front paw resting on a bell and reclining on a rectangular platform in the form of a zabuton cushion, the eyes inlaid with dark horn; silver suspension ring attached to the himetoshi 1.6 x 1.3 in — 4 x 3.4 cm
• JIZO JAPANESE CARVED STONE
  JIZO JAPANESE CARVED STONE BODHISATTVA SHRINE MONUMENT; PROTECTOR OF TRAVELERS. 21" H X 11" W X 5" DJizo Japanese carved stone Bodhisattva shrine monument; protector of travelers., Dimensions: 21" H x 11" W x 5" D
• TOYOHISA OHASHI, MINGEI STENCIL
  TOYOHISA OHASHI, MINGEI STENCIL PRINT Toyohisa Ohashi (Japanese, b. 1917), "Zen", stencil on textile, 21"h x 15"w (sight), 25'h x 19"w (frame)
• Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892)
  Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) Hazukashiso (Shy) from Series Fuzoku Sanjuni So (Thirty-two Aspects of Women) color woodblock print signed Tsukioka, with artist's seal 9 1/4 x 14 in., 23.5 x 35.56 cm.
• A Meiji period ivory netsuke carved
  A Meiji period ivory netsuke carved as Shi-no-ko-sho signed on red lacquer plaque Yoshiyuki? 1.75ins Estimate ?400-600 Good condition. Himotoshi is a pierced hole in the centre of the base. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?340
• 8th Century Drunken Poet Relaxing
  8th Century Drunken Poet Relaxing (Japanese, 20th century) two names on right, "SHIKO" upper right, black-ink seal lower left, ink on Japan laid paper, 10 x 16 in. (sight); modern gilt wood frame,