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MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY)
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AN IVORY AND SHIBAYAMA STYLE ELEPHANT
MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY)
The caparisoned and bejewelled elephant intricately inlaid in coral and mother-of-pearl in Shibayama style, a ho-o bird on its back
14cm. long
MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY)
The caparisoned and bejewelled elephant intricately inlaid in coral and mother-of-pearl in Shibayama style, a ho-o bird on its back
14cm. long
Special notice
VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 20% on the buyer's premium.
Sale room notice
Please note that this lot contains materials from endangered species. Prospecive bidders should be aware that if they intend to import this lot into another country it may require a CITES permit. Bidders should therefore familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding.