Katalognummer: AK0220-097 A MONKEY AND CRAB IVORY OKIMONO Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) Humorous and detailed carving of a monkey crying out in pain as he is unexpectedly tweaked by two crabs, while trying to grab a large lotus plant. The okimono references the legendary battle between the monkey and crab. Note the finely inlaid eyes of the monkey. LENGTH 6 cm Condition: Superb condition with only minor wear and minimal age cracks. Good natural patina. Provenance: From an English private estate. Schätzpreis 估價: € 400 Startpreis 起拍價: € 200 -
Katalognummer: AK0220-097 A MONKEY AND CRAB IVORY OKIMONO Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) Humorous and detailed carving of a monkey crying out in pain as he is unexpectedly tweaked by two crabs, while trying to grab a large lotus plant. The okimono references the legendary battle between the monkey and crab. Note the finely inlaid eyes of the monkey. LENGTH 6 cm Condition: Superb condition with only minor wear and minimal age cracks. Good natural patina. Provenance: From an English private estate. Schätzpreis 估價: € 400 Startpreis 起拍價: € 200 -
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