Japanese
A Finely Carved Japanese Shibayama Ivory Okimono of a Priestess, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
ivory, coral and mother-of-pearl
5 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 2 in, 13.3 x 6.3 x 5.1 cm
Estimate: $600 - $800 CAD
Sold for: $438
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Private Collection, Toronto
Dressed in a beautiful gown with ornaments hanging from her sash, the figure with a youthful face surmounted by a floral crown, her hands holding a large archaistic Chinese vessel with a ‘trick’ finial, all inlaid with mother-of-pearl, coral, and green hardstone, and with gilt painted highlights throughout.
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