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SIGNED TOSHIO, MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY)
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An Ivory Okimono [Sculptural Ornament]
Signed Toshio, Meiji Period (late 19th century)
Realistically carved as a rat nibbling a cucumber, inlaid cowhorn eyes, carved wood stand
23cm. long
Signed Toshio, Meiji Period (late 19th century)
Realistically carved as a rat nibbling a cucumber, inlaid cowhorn eyes, carved wood stand
23cm. long
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.