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Japanese antiques as well as Chinese antiques and fine art are inextricably linked with the rich culture and fascinating history of the Far East. This is one reason they are so avidly admired, studied and collected. Another, of course, is the exquisite beauty, artistry and craft of Asian antiques. Besides displaying a masterful aesthetic, many, such as Japanese dolls and Japanese swords, endure as clues to the past, while others, like Japanese furniture (tansu) and Asian porcelain and pottery find purpose even today.