Lot 286

Japanese Wood Zushi Shrine w/ Pottery Shogun Figure

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Japanese Wood Zushi Shrine w/ Pottery Shogun Figure

Estimate: $500 - $750

Starting Bid: $200

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by Artemis Fine Arts
August 7, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
686 S. Taylor Avenue
Suite 108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

East Asia, Japan, Meiji era, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A wooden zushi shrine housing a seated pottery figure, likely representing a shogun or daimyo. The shrine is constructed of softwood with iron nails and features a stepped base and hinged double doors that open to reveal the interior figure. The hollow, mold-made ceramic figure is shown seated in long flowing robes, with remnants of painted surface detail and a composed, formal expression suggestive of elite status. The figure is removable and fits closely within the interior; while it is uncertain whether it was original to the cabinet, it presents well as a cohesive devotional or commemorative ensemble. Size doors shut: 5.25" L x 4.25" W x 7.6" H (13.3 cm x 10.8 cm x 19.3 cm); open doors: 7.75" L (19.7 cm)

Provenance: Private Manchester, Missouri, USA collection, acquired prior to 2000

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Item # 201095

  • Condition: Wood is a soft pine and scratches easily, with age expected wear, and loss to wood on upper edge of roof. Stable condition and doors open easily. Figure is

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Bid Increments
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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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