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THBLot of 2 Japanese Edo Period Ceramic Samurai Dolls
Lot 202
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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By Artemis Gallery
Jan 16, 2020
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East Asia, Japan, Edo Period, ca. mid 19th century CE. A wonderful pair of ceramic and cloth Samurai dolls set in a plexiglass covered case for display. Both the larger and smaller dolls sit on one bent and one raised knee, holding the right arm out with the hand in a grip, likely once holding a sword. Both wear elaborate armor. The samurai tradition is treasured and unique to Japanese history. The samurai was the venerated guardian of the people, trained from birth to live up to his birthright and work toward the highest honors of his elite class. This class was second only to the Imperial family in the Japanese social heirarchy. Given their place in society, the samurai were great patrons of many artforms, including swords, armor and fittings which were considered works of art. Hence, "Bushido" or "Way of the samurai" is an important aspect of Japanese society. Size: taller doll 10.25" H (26 cm); shorter doll 6" H (15.2 cm); case measures 11" L x 11" W x 11.25" H (27.9 cm x 27.9 cm x 28.6 cm)
Provenance: private J. Hallen collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired around 2007; (smaller) ex-private Onomichi, Hiroshima, Japan collection; (larger) ex-private Japan collection
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#151114Both are in excellent condition with a few small chips, nicks, and scratches commensurate with age. The fabric components are beautifully preserved.Condition
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