SIGNED RIGYOKU, MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY)

Details

A Japanese Ivory Okimono [Sculptural Ornament]
Signed Rigyoku, Meiji period (late 19th century)
Carved and constructed as a doll maker making a doll with a sword on a wheel
10cm. high

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.

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Lot Essay

The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.

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