Quarrelling sparrows on a spectacular vase by Suzuki Chockichi

Bijin ladies on a decorative Satsuma vase

Flying dragons on a pair of Bronze Moon flasks

A macaque in the boughs of a Maple tree (Yabu Meizan)

A spectacular depiction of a Samurai Marksman on a multi-metal vase

Award-winning dealers in Chinese and Japanese antiques and fine art for over half a century.

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Ceramics

Ceramics

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A broad and fascinating selection of our Chinese and Japanese antique ceramics ranging from the 16th Century through to the early 20th Century.
Metalwork

Metalwork

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One of Europe’s largest and finest collections of Japanese metalwork including statues, multi-metal vases, chargers, miniatures and much more.
Okimono

Okimono

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Enjoy a wonderful collection of fine Japanese ornaments, miniature statues and other decorative objects made by some of the master craftsmen of the Japanese Meiji era.
Cloisonne ware

Cloisonné ware

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Stunningly beautiful Japanese Cloisonné ware including vases and dishes, ranging from miniature to monumental in size.
Lacquer ware

Lacquerware

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Fine quality Japanese lacquer ware including vases, chargers, sculptures, decorative boxes and more.

Textiles, Embroideries, Screens & Panels

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A beautiful selection of wall art including fine Shibayama panels, embroideries, silks, tapestries, paintings, Oshie-e and mirrors.

Netsuke

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Highly collectable and often with amusing subjects, these intricate, miniature carved ornaments were originally worn as part of traditional Japanese dress.

Furniture

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A range of highly decorative furniture including Shodana, desks and studies, altar tables, garden stools, screens and stands.

Armoury &
Curiosities

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A fascinating collection including Tsuba, Tanto, masks and more.

New to our collection

A beautiful pair of inlaid Japanese late 19th Century Bronze vases

Metalwork: 19th Century

A beautiful, large pair of Bronze vases, each with two main decorative panels depicting flowering Peonies and blossoming Wisteria

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Featured Pieces

Each month we pick out a selection of great pieces to showcase in our virtual window display.

A beautiful pair of Bronze Geese Okimono by Maruki

1880

A beautiful pair of Japanese Bronze figures depicting Geese signed by the celebrated Maruki company and dating from the reign of Emperor Meiji, 1868 – 1912.

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An attractive pair of 18th Century Chinese clobbered jars

18th Century

An attractive pair of antique Chinese vases dating from the 18th Century and later over-painted in Europe.

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An exceptional Japanese, Meiji-era Silver Okimono of a puppy by Oshima Joun

1868 – 1912

A stunningly beautiful, small Silver Okimono of a long-haired chin puppy, signed by the celebrated Japanese Meiji-eta craftsman Oshima Joun.

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Watch this space

In October 2020 we welcomed our friends from The British Antique Dealers’ Association, (BADA) to our Islington Galleries. BADA had been making a series of short videos showcasing the broad range of their membership. In this video, Kevin offers a brief insight to our business, takes a look around our galleries and shows an exceptional example of Japanese Meiji-era metal-work.

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Associations

We are very proud to be long-standing members of the following established and well-respected arts and antiques communities:

BADA

BADA

BADA

Founded in 1918, the British Antique Dealers’ Association is the leading trade association for the fine art, design and antiques community.

Lapada

LAPADA

LAPADA

Established in 1974, the Association of Art & Antiques Dealers, (LAPADA) is the largest and one of the most trusted associations of art and antiques dealers in the United Kingdom.

CINOA

CINOA

CINOA is the principal international confederation of art & antique dealer associations with over 5,000 dealers worldwide and more than 80 years’ experience in the trade.