An Ivory Kodansu [Small Cabinet]
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An Ivory Kodansu [Small Cabinet]

MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY)

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An Ivory Kodansu [Small Cabinet]
Meiji Period (late 19th century)
With sliding and hinged doors and various sized lacquer drawers decorated in gold hiramaki-e with eagles, cranes and coastal scenes, silver fittings engraved with scrolling vine, on a stand decorated in gold hiramaki-e and nashiji with scrolling foliage
38.1cm. high (including stand)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

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