and sometimes portrayed in vibrant dance performances known as Shishi-mai
unlike European saws which cut on the push stroke
This vase measures 4 1/2" wide at the fluted top to 3" at the base by 5 1/2" tall (11
This is an antique Japanese balance scale (hakari) weight dating to the late Meiji Era (1868-1912)
This is a hand forged tansu key from the early 1800s of the mid Edo period (c
Vintage Japanese Pair Ranma Transom Pine Bamboo Plum Sugi Wood 72" Giclee and sometimes portrayed in vibrantJapanese ranma, also known as transom or latticework panels, are intricately designed architectural elements commonly found in traditional Japanese buildings, particularly in temples, shrines, and traditional homes. They serve both functional and aesthetic purposes, often separating rooms while allowing airflow and light to pass through. The design of ranma typically involves geometric patterns, intricate carvings, or delicate lattice work crafted