Katalognummer: AK0220-099 SEIDO: IVORY OKIMONO OF A RAT CATCHER WITH BIJIN By Seido, signed Seido Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) Highly detailed carving enhanced by fine incision work. Depiction of a rat catcher holding a cage while the rat, subject of the hunt, is escaping across his shoulder. A noble lady, probably the client, is watching in despair. Artist signature SEIDO to base. HEIGHT 7.5 cm Condition: Good condition with only minor wear and one small loss. Fine natural patina. Provenance: From an English private estate. Schätzpreis 估價: € 800 Startpreis 起拍價: € 400 -
Katalognummer: AK0220-099 SEIDO: IVORY OKIMONO OF A RAT CATCHER WITH BIJIN By Seido, signed Seido Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) Highly detailed carving enhanced by fine incision work. Depiction of a rat catcher holding a cage while the rat, subject of the hunt, is escaping across his shoulder. A noble lady, probably the client, is watching in despair. Artist signature SEIDO to base. HEIGHT 7.5 cm Condition: Good condition with only minor wear and one small loss. Fine natural patina. Provenance: From an English private estate. Schätzpreis 估價: € 800 Startpreis 起拍價: € 400 -
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