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MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY), SIGNED MASAAKI SAKU
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An Ivory Model of a Hunter Killing an Eagle**
Meiji period (late 19th century), signed Masaaki saku
Carved as a hunter about to slay a large eagle, the bird with wings spread and clutching at the man's knee as they struggle, a snared rabbit by the hunter's discarded gun tries to escape during the commotion, the feathers intricately carved and the details stained dark; eagle's eyes inlaid in dark horn
5¼in. (13.2cm.) wide
Meiji period (late 19th century), signed Masaaki saku
Carved as a hunter about to slay a large eagle, the bird with wings spread and clutching at the man's knee as they struggle, a snared rabbit by the hunter's discarded gun tries to escape during the commotion, the feathers intricately carved and the details stained dark; eagle's eyes inlaid in dark horn
5¼in. (13.2cm.) wide
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.