A Japanese circular ivory box and cover carved in relief with numerous rats playing with fans and other objects, the cover modelled as a crumpled sheet, the eyes inlaid -- 2.in.wide; and a Japanese ivory plaque carved in relief with a seated Buddha in dhyanasana holding his hands before him on a lotus base among clouds, a line of calligraphy to one side -- 2¾.in.high.

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A Japanese circular ivory box and cover carved in relief with numerous rats playing with fans and other objects, the cover modelled as a crumpled sheet, the eyes inlaid -- 2.in.wide; and a Japanese ivory plaque carved in relief with a seated Buddha in dhyanasana holding his hands before him on a lotus base among clouds, a line of calligraphy to one side -- 2¾.in.high.
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