Lot Essay
The size indicates that it was for a woman.
LATE EDO-MEIJI PERIODS, SIGNED KAIGYOKU
Details
AN IVORY PIPECASE
late edo-meiji periods, signed kaigyoku
Of plain, small senryuzutsu type, the bottom part carved with a sunken reservoir to hold the bowl, the upper section with two small himotoshi
61/8 in. (15.5 cm.) long
late edo-meiji periods, signed kaigyoku
Of plain, small senryuzutsu type, the bottom part carved with a sunken reservoir to hold the bowl, the upper section with two small himotoshi
61/8 in. (15.5 cm.) long
Special notice
This lot has no reserve.
Notice Regarding the Sale of Ivory and Tortoiseshell
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing ivory or tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.