An ivory okimono of a standing fisherman

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An ivory okimono of a standing fisherman
wearing simple work robes, holding up a fish net, a tobacco pouch in one hand -- 7in. (18.4cm) high, 19th Century, signed on an inset red lacquer tablet; and another of a standing bijin wearing long decorative robes, a boy at her feet, in similar attire --- 5in. (14.6cm) high, 19th Century, signed, (minor losses to both).
See Colour Plate 4 (2)

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