Japanese Ivory Tray - Kannon, Dragons and Clouds

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1910: item #1101729
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This is a fabulous example of Japanese artistry from the Meiji Era. It is all carved from single large piece of ivory. The detail is amazing. There are two signatures unknown to us but it appears the piece was done by two different artists. The tray measures 7 1/2 inches by 4 1/4 inches and 1/2 inch deep. Condition is excellent.

Japanese Antique Ivory Articulated Crab

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1910: item #1096766

Antique Japanese ivory figure of a crab, all articulated (carved with moving parts), wonderful detail, Meiji Period (1868-1912). Size: approx 12" long x 4 1/2" wide.

Fine, carved ivory lidded vase. Signed HoKo

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1096676
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An fine ivory lidded vase decorated with a fantasy African scene. Carved on relief: on one side a proud male lion looking in the distance; on the other side, two lionesses (or tigers) attacking an hippopotamus; palm trees in the background. On the lid a crouching lioness. Signed by maker: Hoko. H. 17 cm, D. 10 cm. Meiji, late 19th cent. Condition: perfect.

Japanese Ivory Okimono, Fisherman Finds Shell, Meiji

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1920: item #1091447
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DESCRIPTION: A well carved Japanese ivory sculpture (or okimono) depicting a fisherman who finds a large shell on the beach. To his surprise, a startled monkey emerges from the shell rather than a mollusk! The carving is of high-quality, illustrated by the fisherman’s movement, detailed straw hat and decorated robe, held together with a sash from which a tobacco pouch hangs. Meiji Period, 1868 – 1912 and artist signed on the base of the shell. Good condition with minor superficial age fissures... Click for details

Small Japanese Ivory Okinomo - Meiji Period 1868-1911

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1910: item #1091225
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A small carved ivory okinomo possbly depicting a rice farmer. This item was made in Japan, probably for export, during the Meiji period (1868-1911). Condition - good - there are age-related cracks and yellowing but no losses and no restoration. 5.5cm (2.2 inches) high. Please note - purchasers from outside the European Union will require a CITES Certificate and may also require import documentation within their own country. ... Click for details

Japanese Ivory Abalone Diver

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1920: item #1090588

Beautiful ivory female abalone diver. She walks barefoot holding a basket of abalone and head scarf, while her clothes are whipped around her by the wind. Her hair is pinned up with a pearl comb. Meiji, Taisho period circa 1920. Carved in the Tokyo school style. The stand is a swirling burl. Figure measures 12" tall, overall height 16.5".

Set of Finely Carved Ivory Signed Japanese Ojime Beads

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1980: item #1088745

This is for all three carved ivory beads. Due to them being ivory I can only ship these within the United States.

Three finely carved Japanese figural ojime beads in carved ivory by the same artist, signed as shown in the photographs. They measure approximately 1" tall and 3/4" across and are in good condition with a nice, warm patina. Don't pass up this opportunity to add a set of three wonderful beads to your co... Click for details

Japanese Wood Kodansu with inalys

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1085849

Japanese Edo Period (first part 19th century) hard wood Kodansu with doors and drawers decorated with mother-of-pearl, ivory and gold painted panels with floral decorations and birds with no missing inlays. There is a multi-metal (shakudo, gold, and silver) original latch. Two smaller doors are made with metal knobs in shape of cones. The lacquer painting and inlays are very fine and beautiful . Kodansu is based on an original pedestal. The wood has beautiful age patina and age wear with no cra... Click for details

Antique Japanese Carved Ivory Brush Holders

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1084685

Beautiful pair of carved ivory tusk brush holders on wooden bases with prancing animals. Meiji period (1868-1912). Buddhist immortals including Ransaikena with Teishi-en. Buddhist immortal in contemplation. The other brush holder depicts Shoshi, a sinner who can produce a dragon. The tall sennin Bushishi carries an open scroll upon which he can ascend to heaven. A temple jai holds lotus flowers. Another Sennin holds a fan while his attendant brings incense. Measures 12.5" tall 4.5" wide ... Click for details

Ivory Okimono of a Group of Frogs on a Lotus Pad

Japanese: Carvings: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1084287
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19th Century Japanese finely Carved Ivory Okimono Figural Group, depicting frogs on a lotus pad. Perfectly balanced from every angle. Each frog has its own personality and attitude, all masterfully executed and featuring Onyx eyes. Artistically stained for a naturalistic effect. Length: 2 inches, 5 cm.