Meiji Ivory Page Turner with Kimono Figures
Japanese carved ivory page turner Meiji period (1868-1912) decorated with figures wearing kimonos, signed
Shibayama Ivory Box with Bird and Butterfly Design
Japanese shibayama and ivory covered box Meiji period (1868-1912) of rectangular form, the lid decorated with bird and butterfly amongst branches highlighted with mother of pearl flowers, signed
Shibayama Ivory Case with Bird and Family Motif
Japanese shibayama and ivory case of rectangular form, the front decorated with birds amongst lacquer foliage, the reverse with couple and child
Meiji Ivory Oni Face Sculpture
A vintage ivory Oni face, Meiji period, 1868-1912, the mythical horned devilish figure with a broad grimace, signed to the reverse, length 4.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Erotic Group, Showa Period
A vintage Japanese ivory erotic group, Showa period early to mid 20th century, two engrossed figures with incised and inked attire, signed to the kimono, height 5.5 cm, width 10.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Mask Ornament
A vintage ivory ornament of a mask, Meiji period, 1868-1912, a serene mask figure with inked hair and facial features, hollowed to the rear with ring and signature, length 4.5 cm
Vintage Oriental Ivory Figures
Three vintage Oriental ivory figures, mid 20th century, an elegant Chinese lady in a serpentine pose, having inked hair and carrying, a fan, a small Japanese lady in kimono carrying a parasol, and a seated, meditative Buddha with tightly coiled hair,…
Japanese Ivory and Shibayama Shoehorn, Meiji Period
A refined Japanese ivory and shibayama Shoehorn, Meiji period, 1868-1912, a small shoehorn of typical form featuring a skull entwined with a snake, and finely decorated with a gilt bird and pendant flora, length 13 cm
Meiji Ivory Monkey Whist Counters
A pair of antique Japanese ivory whist Counters, Meiji period, 1868-1912, the pair delightfully engraved and relief carved with comical macaque monkeys, engaged in squabbles and play, length 9 cm, width 5.5 cm
Japanese Marine Ivory Figure Holding Toad
19th century Japanese marine ivory figure group, in the form of a figure holding a large toad on his shoulder, signed verso, height 14 cm
Meiji Ivory Brush Pot with Shibayama Inlay
Japanese Meiji period ivory shibayama brush pot, following the natural shape of the tusk, decorated and inlaid with images of vases, flowers and blossoming tress, signed, inscribed to base 'Presented to// W.H Telfer Esq//by the// Coventry Colliery sports…
Japanese Ivory Farmer Figure
Japanese carved ivory figure, depicting a farmer with hoe and basket over his shoulder, a/f, height 14 cm
Japanese Ivory Figure of Portly Gentleman with Hammer and Sack
Good Japanese carved ivory figure, depicting a portly gentleman looking upwards, holding a hammer in one hand and a sack over his back in the other, his robes continuously incised with flowers, foliage and script, mark to base, height 10 cm
Japanese Ivory Monkey Box, Meiji Period
Superb Japanese elephant ivory box finely relief carved with monkeys, Meiji period 1868-1912
Meiji Era Japanese Ivory Parasol Handle
Antique Japanese ivory parasol handle Meiji period 1868-1912
Japanese Ivory Farmer Figurine with Basket and Vegetables
A Japanese sectional ivory figure of farmer, with basket and fallen vegetables. Signed. Height 15.5 cm.
Miji Ivory Bowl with African Animal Figures
Japanese late Miji period carved ivory bowl witj applied carved African animal figures, height 6.5 cm approx). .
Antique Japanese Bronze Noh Masks on Ivory Plaques
A pair of antique Japanese bronze Noh masks, Meiji period, 1868-1912, finely cast male masks mounted upon ivory plaques, length 7 cm, width 6 cm
Japanese Ivory Geisha Figure with Parasol
Antique Japanese carved ivory geisha figure standing figure holding a parasol, signed to base, height 15 cm.
Japanese Ivory Container with Lion and Tiger Carvings
Meiji Japanese carved ivory lidded container lid decorated with carved and painted lion & tigers figures, on ivory base bowl, diameter 6.5 cm.
Meiji Ivory Geisha with Tea Tray and Cat
Good Meiji period Japanese carved ivory geisha with tea tray & cat, signed base, 18 cm high.
Meiji Ivory Carving of Seated Fletcher with Tools
Meiji Japanese carved ivory seated Fletcher figure seated man at work, with intricately carved tools surrounding him, signed to base, height 8 cm, width 10 cm.
Japanese Ivory Bird Figure on Timber Stand
1920's Japanese carved ivory bird figure on a timber stand, beak chipped, 13.5 cm high including stand.,
Meiji Ivory Geisha with Scissors and Flower Carving
Antique Meiji Japanese carved ivory geisha finely carved with scissors & flower, signed base, 16.5 cm high.
Japanese Ivory Huntsman with Eagle & Hare, 20th Century
Vintage Japanese carved ivory huntsman figure with eagle & hare, carvers marks to base, early 20th century, 15 cm high.,
Japanese Carved Ivory Standing Sage Figure
1920's Japanese carved ivory standing sage well carved ivory figure, sage wearing coloured robe, signed to base, height 19 cm.
Japanese Ivory Woodcutter Figure with Child
Japanese carved ivory Woodcutter figure standing ivory figure of a Woodcutter, accompanied by a child, signed to base, height 13 cm.
Showa Shunga Ivory Carvings
Three Japanese Shunga polychrome ivory carvings, incised signature, Showa period, 20th century, Wt 21 - 27 grams., height 4 cm, width 3 - 4 cm
Meiji Period Ivory Fisherman with Cormorant Sculpture
A Japanese ivory figure of a fisherman with his catch on his shoulder and cormorant by his feet, signature to base, Meiji period, with a smiling weathered face, the fish and his vest picked out in colour, Wt. 299grms, height 13 cm 6 cm
Japanese Ivory Beauty in Decorative Kimono
A Japanese ivory beauty, in a brocade kimono, Showa period, 20th century, with polychrome decoration and incised signature to base, Wt. 380 grams, height 20 cm, diameter 5.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Beauty with Umbrella and Basket
A Japanese ivory beauty, dressed in a formal brocade kimono, holding a closed umbrella, Showa period, 20th century, a basket in the other hand, polychrome decoration and red seal mark to base, Wt. 460 grams, height 20 cm, diameter 6.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Beauty with Shamisen
A Japanese ivory beauty, dressed in a formal brocade kimono, carrying a Shamisen, Showa period, 20th century, with polychrome inked decoration and red seal mark to base., Wt. 459 grams, height 20 cm, diameter 6.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Uba and Okina Figures of Meiji Period
A pair Japanese ivory figures, Uba and Okina, wearing tinted, patterned layers of clothes, Meiji period, note: after living to old age, their spirits were believed to have entered pine trees on the beach at Takasago in Harima. On moonlit nights their…
Gilded Ivory Japanese Page Turner
19th century Japanese ivory page turner decorated with hand painted gilded blossom, birds and foliage
Japanese Ivory Zodiac Ball, Meiji Period
An antique Japanese ivory 'Animals of the Zodiac' ball, Meiji period, 1868-1912, exquisitely carved featuring all twelve symbols entwined in a complex ball in high relief, engraved and inked, diameter: 7 cm
Signed Japanese Ivory Walking Cane Handle with Noh Masks
A signed Japanese ivory walking cane handle, Meiji period 1868-1912, signed Gyokuzan, the rounded handle carved as a cluster of twenty individual theatrical Noh masks, two character signature to neck, length 4 cm
Meiji Ivory Page Turners
Two Japanese ivory page turners, Meiji period, 19th century, 24 cm and 26 cm high
Japanese Ivory Barrel Makers Figure Group
A Japanese ivory figure group, depicting three barrel makers, they stand wielding tools of their trade before a massive barrel section, and with incomplete barrels to the fore, raised on a plinth base, height 6.5 cm.
Japanese Ivory Clam with Stand, Meiji Period
A Japanese carved ivory clam with stand Meiji period total, height 5.5 cm
1930 Japanese Carved Ivory Pagoda Figure (30cm)
Circa 1930 Japanese carved ivory pagoda figure, height 30 cm
Japanese Ivory Carving with Bird, Cat, and Stand
Antique Japanese carved ivory seated gentleman, with bird on shoulder and cat to side, on timber stand, C1930's, signed to base missing pieces
Japanese Ivory Geisha Trio: See, Speak, Hear No Evil
Three Japanese carved ivory geisha figures, depicting see no evil, speak no evil hear no evil, C1930's, height 5 cm tallest
Japanese Ivory Fisherman with Child and Fish Statue
A signed Japanese ivory figure of a fisherman with a child, Meiji period, 1868-1912, the engaging smiling figure of a man accompanied by a boy and carrying two, large fish over his shoulder, a paddle in his right hand, both attired in traditional robes…
Meiji Ivory Figure of Woman with Children
A signed Japanese ivory figure of a woman with her children, Meiji period, 1868-1912, the kimono dressed woman carrying a small child across her right shoulder, a boy child at her feet grasping her clothes, all in lightly incised attire, ink decoration to…
Japanese Ivory Agricultural Worker with Tobacco Pipe
A Japanese marine ivory figure of an agricultural worker, he stands filling his tobacco pipe, height 13 cm on wooden stand
Meiji Ivory Box - Japanese 19th Century Carving
A Japanese finely carved ivory box, Meiji period, 19th century, 8 cm high, 10 cm wide
Meiji Ivory Ronin Samurai Statue
Japanese carved ivory statue of a Ronin Samurai, Meiji period, with red seal mark to base, 14 cm high
Meiji Ivory Monkey Trio: No Evil, Hear, Speak
Three carved ivory monkeys, see no Evil, Hear no Evil, Speak no Evil, Japan, Meiji period, height 4.5 cm
Shibayama Ivory Elephant with Beaded Headdress
A shibayama ivory elephant Meiji period, 1868-1912, the elephant with caparison and beaded headdress decorated with mother-of-pearl and coloured ivory embellishments, height 6.5 cm, width 10.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Pendant of Bearded Man's Head
Japanese carved ivory pendant, in the form of a mans head, depicted with beard and moustache with mouth slightly open, height 4 cm
Japanese Ivory Fisherman Figure with Gourd & Geometric Motifs
Japanese carved ivory figure of a fisherman, depicted standing with scarf on head, with a gourd hanging down from robes incised with geometric motifs, mark to base, a/f, height 28 cm
Dragon Border Ivory Cribbage Board
Japanese carved ivory cribbage board, of flattened tusk form, with interior pierced panel, surrounded by border with rampant dragon, length 23 cm
Meiji Ivory Crab on Rosewood Stand
Meiji carved ivory crab well carved and detailed ivory crab with eyes and and on carved rosewood stand. Width 10 cm
Meiji Ivory Figure of Man with Eagle and Sticks
Meiji Japanese ivory figure an impressive tall standing and well carved Meiji figure of a man in traditional Japanese garb carrying sticks and eggs, presumably from the eagle that is confronting him perched on his bag of sticks. Height 35 cm
Japanese Ivory Geisha Girl Figure with Rose and Fan
Antique Japanese ivory figure of a Geisha girl holding a fan in one hand and a rose in the other, C1920, on a carved timber stand, height 25 cm.
Signed Japanese Ivory Sage Figure with Kirin and Dragon
An antique signed Japanese ivory figure of a sage, Meiji period, 1868-1912, Intricately carved depicting the seated figure holding a sceptre and a small, Buddha figure on a lotus throne and encircled by a writhing kirin and dragon, both with mother of…
Meiji Ivory Lions: Male vs. Female (A/F)
Japanese Meiji ivory lions (A/F) featuring two lions fighting, male and female, length 14.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Smiling Gentleman with Lantern and Papers
Meiji period ivory figure featuring a smiling gentleman, carrying a lantern and papers. Elaboratey crafted and designed and signed to base. Height 18 cm
Japanese Ivory Whist Counters with Monkey Decoration
A pair of Japanese ivory whist counters, the top decorated with playing monkeys. 9 cm x 5.5 cm.
Japanese Ivory Box with Carved Beetle Lid
A Japanese carved ivory lidded box Meiji period 1868 - 1912 having a carved beetle on lid, height 6 cm, width 7 cm
Vintage Japanese Carved Ivory Figures (not for export)
Two various vintage Japanese carved ivory figures including standing Farmer Sowing Rice, signed to base, height 9 cm and a seated figures group, height 5 cm approx. NB These items may not be exported
Japanese Ivory Musician Playing Flute on Theatre Shoes
Japanese ivory figure of a musician, depicted playing the flute, dressed in beautifully detailed traditional costume, standing on oversized theatre shoes, resting on circular base, height 16.5 cm
Ivory Fisherwoman with Child and Fish Statue
Japanese carved ivory figure group, depicting a fisherwoman holding a basket over shoulder and fish in one hand, with a small child by her feet, both wearing robed garments, incised with leaves and geometric motifs, a/f, height 9.5 cm
Tokyo School Ivory Samurai Figure with Clan Mon
A Japanese Tokyo School ivory figure of a samurai, standing wearing robes decorated with clan mon, he grasps his katana in his right hand, his wakizashi thrust through his belt, a signalling baton held in his hand and concealed behind his back. Finished…
Japanese Ivory Butsudan with Buddhist Adherents
A Japanese Taisho period ivory miniature shrine cabinet (butsudan), rectangular with corniced pediment and flanged base, two doors to the front, raised on wooden plinth, all surfaces decorated in low relief with Buddhist adherents, the doors opening to…
Meiji Ivory Fisherman with Animal Confrontation
A Japanese Meiji finely carved ivory characterful figure of a fisherman, he stands on one leg with basket raised as he is confronted by animals for his fish, his expressive face with open mouth. Signed, height 14.5 cm.
Japanese Ivory Checkers Set with Two Men Figures
Japanese carved ivory pair of Japanese men playing Checkers mid 20th century beautifully detailed, complete with checker board and two bowls to hold additional checkers. Each figure with mon on base, height 11.5 cm
Finely Carved Ivory Samurai with Red Mon Base
Japanese finely carved Samurai mid 20th century Intricately carved in ivory with red ground mon on base, height 21 cm
Japanese Ivory Buddha and Musicians Group
Early 19th century carved Japanese ivory tusk group figure modelled with Buddha surrounded by musicians, signed to the base
19th Century Japanese Ivory Bijin Figure
Japanese carved ivory Bijin early 19th century, and well carved figure of a Japanese lady holding skirt, her dress and hair/face highlited with colours. Signed to base, provenace ex Woollahra antique Galleries, height 20 cm
Carved Ivory Hotei Figure by Shodo
Antique Japanese carved ivory Hotei figure depicting Hotei (Chinese Putai), one of the seven Gods. Figure is leaning against his bag of precious treasures. Carved and signed by Shodo. On carved wood stand. Provenance: acquired by vendor's family from Haw
Japanese Ivory Carving: Boy on Ox with Flute
Antique Japanese carved ivory boy on ox figure depicting a boy with wood basket on his shoulders, playing a flute, and riding on an ox. Carved and signed by Kediseki. Provenance: acquired by the vendor's family in Hawaii during the 1960s. A letter of de
Samurai with Yari and Sake Bowl, Ivory Carving
Antique carved Japanese ivory Samurai figure depicting a Samurai with a yari (spear), holding a large sake bowl in his arm. On the back and front of his kimono are the five crests of Sasaki-clan (hebi-me). His hair style and kimono are in the traditional
Carved Ivory Hotei Figure by Keiseki
Antique Japanese carved ivory Hotei figure depicting Hotei (Chinese Putai), one of the seven gods. Figure standing with his sack of treasures over his shoulder and carrying the staff of a travelling monk. Signed by Keiseki. On carved wood stand. Provenan
Vintage Oriental Carved Ivory Japanese Occupation Figures
Seven vintage Oriental carved ivory figures C:1920, each representing a Japanese occupation, signed to bases, on fitted and stepped wood stand. Height 5 cm, each figure.
Japanese Ivory Hotei Figure with Treasure Sack
A Japanese ivory figure of Hotei, modelled standing with a treasure sack slung over his shoulder, the sack and his robes decoratively engraved. Signed. Height 10 cm
Japanese Geisha Ivory Figure with Lantern
Geisha Caved ivory figure well carved ivory figure of a Japanese geisha wearing a kimono etched with flowers and carrying a lantern, signed to base, height 15 cm
Japanese Ivory & Bronze Musician Figure
Antique Japanese ivory & bronze musician figure standing woman musician, playing a shamisen, ivory head and limbs, with bronzed draped traditional kimono, on carved wood stand, height 21 cm approx
Bronze and Ivory Japanese Smoking Man Figure
Antique Japanese ivory & bronze seated figure seated man smoking a pipe, ivory head and limbs with bronzed draped traditional clothing, signed to base, on carved and fitted wooden stand, height 17c
Japanese Ivory Performer with Monkey Sculpture
A Japanese carved ivory figure of a performer and tame monkey, the man stands holding a hoop in one hand, fruit in the other, the monkey climbs on a sack over his back. Incised two character signature to base. 5 cm x 14 cm.
Japanese Ivory Bird Carvings with Inlaid Eyes
Two Japanese carved ivory studies of birds, a pigeon and a hawk, with shell inlaid eyes, both with losses to their feet. Length 11 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Japanese Ivory Bird Figure, 19th Century
A fine 19th century Japanese ivory figure of a bird, 9 cm high (excluding base), 25.5 cm long.
Meiji Ivory Figure of Elderly Man with Fruit Basket
Japanese Meiji period ivory figure group, carved in the form of an elderly man carrying basket of fruit with bird on shoulder, height 18 cm, a/f with Wildlife statuary declaration from owner.
Meiji Ivory Female Figure on Wooden Stand
Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) ivory female figure, on wooden stand, 32 cm high (with stand), 28 cm high (without). Provenance: Acquired by the vendor's parents (who were a traders) in India between 1920 and 1960 when they emigrated to Australia
Meiji Ivory Pheasant Carving
Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) carved ivory pheasant, 17.5 cm wide. Ex: Private collection Sydney
Meiji Ivory Lid with Elephant and Tigers
Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) period ivory lid, with carved figures to top depicting an elephant being attacked by 2 tigers, 15 cm x 9.3 cm, losses to one corner. Ex: Sydney private collection
Meiji Ivory Bento Box with Traditional Figures Decoration
Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) ivory ornamental bento, box, with 3 tiers and decoration depicting traditional figures, 11 cm wide, 11 cm high. Ex: Private collection Sydney
1920 Japanese Ivory Lotus Flower Heirloom
Vintage Japanese ivory lotus flower, C: 1920, family heirloom, height 6 cm
Japanese Ivory Whist Counter with Monkey Design
An old Japanese carved ivory whist counter, decorated with monkeys playing with a top, the counters also decorated with monkeys, fruit and insects. 9 cm x 5.5 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Japanese Ivory Dream Shell with Fishing Scene
An impressive Japanese carved ivory dream shell, in the form of a sack, the interior finely carved with a family fishing on the river bank, on a turned ivory stand. 9 cm x 10 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Meiji Ivory Kodansu with Intaglio Carvings
A Japanese late Meiji period ivory kodansu (miniature cabinet), with two panelled doors opening to reveal four drawers, the top, sides and doors decorated with fine intaglio carvings depicting acrobats and a musician, geisha and samurai, children and…
Japanese Ivory Letter Opener with Monkey and Oni Mask
An antique Japanese ivory letter opener, Meiji period, 1868-1912, the opener with a well carved handle depicting a monkey holding aloft an oni mask, with a steel blade, length 25.5 cm
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