Mouse Clambering Okimono by Shin Ichi
A fine carved and stained Japanese ivory large okimono signed Shin Ichi [ä¿¡ä¸]. Carved in the form of clambering mice scrabbling over chestnuts and beans, each mouse with rock crystal inlaid eyes, signed to base, 22 cm width x 10.5 cm depth x 10 cm high
Japanese Ivory Okimono with Clambering Mice and Crystal Eyes
1920's Japanese carved and stained ivory okimono, carved in the form of clambering mice scrabbling over chestnuts and beans, each mouse with rock crystal inlaid eyes, signed to base, 22 cm wide, 10.5 cm deep, 10 cm high. Provenance: Sold by Leonard Joel…
Polychrome Ivory Crayfish Okimono, Meiji Period
A polychrome ivory articulated okimono of a crayfish, Meiji period naturalistically rendered, the body intricately carved with finely detailed carapace, tail and fins, the jointed legs with claws, the removable slender feelers and long antennae reaching…
Samurai and Drunken Friend Okimono
Ivory okimono, Japanese, figural carving of a Samurai helping a drunken friend, flanked by sake merchant, bill of sale available. Height 20 cm. Exhibited formerly on loan to the Pittsburgh Museum, ex: H. J Heinz collection, ex: Ashkenazie & Company 1982.…
Signed Japanese Ivory Okimono with Seated Man and Peaches
An exceptional signed Japanese ivory okimono, Meiji period (1868-1912), finely carved, engraved and inked, depicting a traditionally attired seated man at rest, with a pipe in his right hand and flanked by baskets of peaches, a double gourd and a stacked…
Meiji Ivory Banana Okimono with Signature
Meiji Trompe L'Oeil ivory okimono of a peeled banana signed with three characters & a red signature panels. Condition, good, minor paint wear, length, 17.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Carving of Takarabune with Seven Gods
Japanese carved ivory okimono of a Takarabune, Meiji/Taisho period, the 'Seven Gods of good Fortune' standing on the open deck with their respective attributes, the hull of simulated wood planks with a ho-o figurehead, on a wood stand carved with…
Japanese Ivory Okimono Performers with Hardwood Stand
1920s Japanese ivory okimono performers figure, depicting a man and child doing a pole balance act with an excited boy to their side, the group supported by a hardwood stand with fretwork panels and signed square shell plaque to top right, 22 cm wide, 54…
Kyoto School Ivory Okimono of Two Boys with Animals
A 19th century Kyoto school ivory okimono of two boys, Meiji period, one holding a toad the other a puppy. Incised with signature. 19.7 cm high
Meiji Ivory Okimono of Masked Actor with Fan
A Japanese ivory okimono of an actor wearing a mask, Meiji period (1868-1912), wearing formal robes and holding a fan, red inlaid seal to base, 17 cm high
Stag antler okimono of skull with snake and hawk
Japanese okimono of a skull, c.1890, carved stag antler okimono of a skull with entwined snake, surmounted by a hawk, monkey to one side, Japanese character marks to underside, height 8.5 cm wdith 9 cm, depth 7.5 cm
Japanese Bronze Warrior Figures, Meiji Period
A pair of Japanese bronze figures, Meiji period (1868-1912), excellent quality bronze okimono depicting two warriors. The first of a Samurai in a fighting pose and holding a detachable Tachi (sword), his clothing rendered with dynamic movement, the second…
Ivory Okimono: Man Watering Horse with Pot
A 19th century ivory okimono of a man watering a horse, both stand before a large pot, raised on a rockwork plinth, signed intaglio with character marks under the base. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection. Height 10.5 cm.
Meiji Barrel Maker Okimono
An outstanding Japanese Meiji period okimono of a barrel maker modelled seated and chiselling a large diameter barrel interior. Raised on an asymmetrical plateau that accommodates his toolbox and seating mat. Signed on an inlaid gold lacquer tablet under…
Japanese Rickshaw Driver with Bijin Okimono
A Japanese bronze, gilt and ivory okimono, of a Bare-footed, rickshaw driver pulling a Bijin, Taisho period, moveable canopy and wheels decorated with brocade patterns, a signature of mount Fuji to base, 20 cm length
Japanese Boxwood Okimono: Snake and Turtle
Good Japanese boxwood okimono, depicting a snake wrapping itself around a turtle, length 5.5 cm. Provenance: Mr Arthur Dolby Pedley (1856-1935), then by descent.
Meiji Ivory Geisha Okimono with Lacquer and Gilt Decoration
Exceptional Japanese Meiji period ivory and lacquered okimono, beautifully depicting a standing geisha holding a fan in one hand, with ivory head, hands and feet, her wooden robes with gilt and lacquer decoration, with mother of pearl accents, with gilt…
Articulated Ivory Lobster Okimono by Yamazaki Nankai
Japanese ivory lobster okimono by Yamazaki Nankai, late Meiji period (1868-1912) naturalistically carved and fully articulated, the eyes stained, signed in a red oval seal 'Nankai', with custom made box
Japanese Ivory Okimono of Man on Horseback
A Japanese ivory okimono of a man on a horse, Meiji period (1868-1912), exquisitely carved and inked, depicting an elderly man in a splendid robe upon a horse with elaborate saddle cloths, upon a circular base and signed underside. Height 16 cm
Meiji Ivory Okimono Figural Group by Meikei
An ivory okimono figural group, by Meikei, Meiji period, with an old man celebrating New Year standing holding a pole decorated for the festival, beside a young boy seated among his carpenter's tools, signed on a red plaque, 'Meikei', 18.5 cm high
Japanese Ivory Wood Gatherer Okimono Figure
A Japanese ivory okimono figure of a wood gatherer, Meiji period (1868-1912), carrying a bundle of finely carved twigs and holding smoking implements in his hands, signed in a red lacquer tablet, 20 cm high
Japanese Rosewood and Ivory Okimono with Oni and Drum
A Japanese rosewood and ivory okimono, Meiji period and signed, modelled as a sage and three Oni on a drum, the Oni serving food, playing a drum and clambering over the side, the drum inlaid with mother of pearl and silver wire, two character signature to…
Japanese Ivory Woodsman Okimono with Pipe and Bundle
1920s Japanese ivory okimono of a woodsman, carrying a bundle of sticks supported by a pole on his shoulder and holding a pipe in his left hand, mounted on hardwood base with red signed panel, 35 cm high (total). Ex: Private collection Sydney
Bronze Monkey Okimono with Table Scroll
A Japanese bronze okimono, of a monkey wearing a patterned jerkin, kneeling and unfurling a table scroll, with accompanying bronze table. Height 10.5 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Meiji Ivory Okimono with Sage, Oni, and Drum
Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) ivory rosewood okimono, modelled as a Sage and three Oni on a drum, the Oni serving food, playing a drum and clambering over the side, the drum inlaid with mother of pearl and silver wire, two character signature to base, 21 cm…
Meiji Street Vendor Okimono by Joun
A fine okimono of a Street vendor, Meiji period (1868-1912), signed Joun, a very finely carved ivory okimono of a seated street vendor, his various utensils lacquered and inlaid, signed by the artist, 'Joun' on a tsuishu lacquer reserve., 13 cm length.…
Japanese Ivory Fisherman Okimono with Eel
A Japanese ivory okimono of a fisherman, standing lifting a basket from whose woven side a short finned eel escapes, signed with incised character and with red lacquer seal tablet under the base. Height 12 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Japanese Ivory Gama Sennin Okimono, Meiji Period
A Japanese ivory okimono of Gama Sennin, Meiji period (1868-1912), standing on a rock, with one hand holding a small toad, a large toad climbing on the top of his head, painted with red and gold lacquer, signed, 18.5 cm high. Provenance: Collection of Ken…
Realistic Ivory Apple Okimono
A Japanese carved ivory okimono Meiji period 1868 - 1912 representing two halves of an apple realistically tinted & inlaid with realistic seeds, height 4.2 cm, width 9.5 cm
Ivory Okimono Figurines by Seiichi and Shodo
Two ivory figural okimono, by Seiichi and Shodo, 19th/20th century, the first of a farmer drinking from the spout of a teapot, signed 'Seiichi'; the second of a man with a monkey climbing over his left shoulder to grasp a persimmon from his right hand,…
Meiji Ivory Okimono Figural Group by Muneyoshi
An ivory okimono figural group, by Muneyoshi, Meiji period, of a farmer balancing a pole over his shoulder suspended with a basket holding a small boy and another with vegetables, signed on a red tablet 'Muneyoshi', wood stand, (2), 10 cm high
Meiji Ivory Skeleton Okimono with Monkey & Toads
Superb Japanese Meiji period ivory okimono, (1868-1912), finely carved in the form a skeleton with full set of teeth and intricate spine and ribcage, carrying a monkey upon its back and standing upon two toads, height 15 cm
Meiji Ivory Okimono of Farmer and Hens
A 19th century Japanese Tokyo school ivory okimono of a farmer and hens, Meiji period, signed, 17 cm high
Meiji Street Vendors Ivory Okimono by Seimin
19th century Japanese ivory okimono, Meiji period, nicely carved, depicting a genre scene of street vendors incised signature of Seimin, 7 x 7 cm
Japanese Ivory Buddha Okimono with Tea Stain Finish
A Japanese carved ivory Buddha okimono with tea stain finish, red seal mark to base. Height 13 cm
Meiji Fisherman Okimono with Lobster and Scoop Net
A fine Japanese Meiji period okimono of a fisherman, he stands holding a lobster in his raised left hand and a scoop net in the other, his robe with deep cuffs bordered with square fret pattern. Signed Ky?ko. Provenance: The Flower Collection. Height 17…
Japanese Ivory Okimono Trio
Three Japanese ivory okimono, 19th-20th century, Including an old immortal, a bijin and a Maitreya, each one signed to the base, one fitted box, 19 cm high (tallest)
Ivory Warrior Okimono with Mother-of-Pearl Encrustation, Meiji Period
Japanese carved ivory okimono of a warrior, Meiji period (1868-1912), his flowing dress encrusted with mother-of-pearl jewels, holding a weapon in one hand and laurel branch in the other hand, red artist's seal to base, height 22 cm
Japanese Staghorn Karashishi Okimono, Meiji Period
A Japanese Staghorn okimono, Meiji period (1868-1912), ornately carved in the form of a Karashishi (Chinese lion), the mythological creature standing proud with its mouth open and uttering the 'Aum' or 'seed of the universe' sound. It's hair and tail in…
Masamichi's Ivory Okimono: Yamato Takeru no Mikoto Slaying Adversary
An ivory okimono, by Masamichi, Meiji period finely carved depicting Yamato Takeru no Mikoto slaying an adversary lying at his feet, the detailing picked out in black, signed Masamichi 14 cm high
Japanese Ivory Rat Handle and Street Vendor Okimono
A Japanese ivory handle, late 19th century, carved with four rats on a branch, the eyes inlaid in horn, two characters signature ' Min zen', 15.7 cm together with a Japanese ivory okimono of a street vendor, 12 cm high
Japanese Ivory Apple Branch Okimono, Meiji-Taisho Period
A Japanese stained ivory okimono of a branch of apples, Meiji to Taisho period, incised mark, 19 cm long. Provenance: NSW Private Collection
Japanese Ivory Fisherman and Child Okimono by Seizanin
Large Japanese carved ivory okimono of a fisherman and a child by Seizanin, Meiji period (1868-1912) modelled standing with one foot resting on a wave-lashed rock, holding a fishing net, his Son at his feet holding a landing net, the base signed…
Japanese Ivory Basket Seller Okimono
A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a basket seller, signed to base. Height 15.5 cm
Vintage Ivory Boatmen with Fishing Net Okimono
A vintage ivory okimono of boatmen with a fishing net, Showa period, circa 1960s, finely carved with a small boat moving through aquatic plants, one boatmen controlling the oars, the other casting an exquisitely carved mesh net over the waves, with a…
Meiji Ivory Okimono of Traveller with Child
A large 19th century Japanese ivory okimono of a Traveller, Meiji period (1868-1912), well carved ivory okimono of a peasant man and small boy riding atop his back, 27.2 cm high, (repaired, losses)
Japanese Ivory Basket Maker Okimono
A fine Japanese ivory okimono of a basket maker, seated with numerous examples of his produce at his feet, he ties the rim of a basket, his hair in Edo period chonmage topknot, his robe finely diaper patterned, a sagemono suspended from his obi. Signed…
Japanese Ivory Figure Group with Man and Child
A Japanese ivory okimono figure group, of a man and child wearing patterned robes, the man carries a chicken and basket, the boy a large radish; they stand before a small stream. Repair to base. Two-character signature to base. Height 18 cm
Japanese Ivory Basket Seller Okimono
A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a basket seller, signed to base. Height 15.5 cm.
Meiji Ivory Basket Seller Okimono
An ivory okimono of a basket seller, Meiji period standing in his waraji, turned to the side and carrying a bamboo pole over his right shoulder, suspended at the front and back with numerous baskets, drums and other wares hanging from ropes, and others…
Japanese cold painted okimono metal striding tiger, likely, late Meiji period, bearing a Mon to the belly and good glass eyes. 32 x 70 cm
19th Century Japanese Ivory Okimono of Traveller with Boy
A large 19th century Japanese ivory okimono of a Traveller, Meiji period, well carved ivory okimono with a man and small boy riding atop his backpack. (losses to hand), signed Masayuki 25 cm high
Meiji Fisherman Ivory Okimono
Japanese carved ivory okimono Meiji period 1868 - 1912, modelled as fisherman holding a net, on a naturalistic wooden base inset with ivory. 24 cm high, 31 cm high
Ivory Figural Okimono by Sogyoku and Gyokushi
Two ivory figural okimono, by Sogyoku and Gyokushi (Tamayuki), 19th/20th century, the first of a lady with a small boy over her left shoulder, his hand extended clasping an insect, signed 'Sogyoku'; the second of an old man peeling an apple for a small…
Pair of Ivory Figural Okimono, 19th/20th Century
Two ivory figural okimono, 19th/20th century, the first of a maiden gathering mushrooms in a basket, her right hand raised pinning a flower in her hair, signed on a red tablet 'Koreyama'; the second of a fisherman holding a long harpoon and wearing a…
Japanese Ivory Fisherman Okimono with Oni Signature
A Japanese figurative okimono totem, Meiji period / signed carved, pierced and incised ivory depicting a fisherman with Oni incised signature to base. 30.5 cm high
Monkey Trainer Ivory Okimono
Japanese ivory okimono of a monkey trainer, Meiji/Taisho period, the monkey standing on the trainer shoulder holding a fan and a flower. Height 25 cm
Hirado Okimono: Seated Akita Pup, 19th Century Japan
A Japanese Hirado okimono of a puppy, Edo period (1603-1868) or Meiji period (1868-1912), 19th century, modelled as a seated Akita pup, the eyes unglazed. Exhibition label to the base, 8.5 cm high, 9 cm wide, Exhibitions: 'The Japanese Aesthetic',…
Meiji Ivory Okimono with Man and Frogs
A Meiji period ivory okimono depicting a man holding a frog with other frogs climbing, some losses. Signed to base. Height 16 cm.
Japanese Ivory Lily Vendor Okimono
A Japanese ivory okimono, Meiji Period, 1868-1912 finely carved with a vendor holding a large bunch of lilies, incised mark to base. 20 cm high
Meiji period ivory man with vegetables and scythe
A Japanese ivory okimono of a man, Meiji period (1868-1912), holding a basket of vegetables and a scythe, signed, 21 cm high
Meiji Crab Bronze Okimono
Japanese bronze okimono of crab Meiji period (1868-1912) realistically modelled and articulated, the body with a warm brown patina
Signed Japanese Oni Okimono, Meiji Period
A fine signed Japanese okimono of two Oni, Meiji period (1868-1912), exquisitely carved and inked, depicting two seated hairy devil figures wearing findoshi, with fearsome faces, horns and reptilian like hands and feet, one grasping the arm of the other;…
Meiji Ivory Lady in Rickshaw Okimono
Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) carved ivory okimono, of a lady in a rickshaw, 20 cm long, 18.5 cm high approx. Provenance: Sold by Leonard Joel Pty Ltd, 23/11/2014 Jewels, Objets D'Art & Fine Art, Lot 200
Meiji Ivory Banana Okimono
A late Meiji period Japanese ivory okimono carving in the form of a partially peeled banana, with intricately detailed flesh and colour stained skin. Signed. Length 15 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Meiji ivory woodsman with frog and kiseru pipe
A Japanese Meiji period ivory okimono of a woodsman seated to smoke his kiseru pipe, a frog at his feet captures his attention, signed on red lacquer tablet under the base. Width 12 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Japanese Ivory Carvings, Meiji Period (2)
Two Japanese carved ivory okimono, Meiji period (1868-1912), comprising a man carving a mask, and a tile setter, each base with artist's signature in a red-lacquer rectangular seal (2), height 8 cm; height 5.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Basket Seller Okimono
Japanese painted ivory okimono of a basket seller, Meiji period, Signed. Height 15.5 cm
Japanese Travelling Man Ivory Okimono Figure
A Japanese carved ivory okimono figure of a travelling man. Tea stain finish, red seal mark to the base. Height 21.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Begging Old Man Okimono
An ivory okimono of an old man begging Meiji period, the bearded figure kneeling on the shaped base, his head raised looking up with a piercing gaze and mouth open as though talking, his right hand raised to accept a gift, the left resting on his left…
10 Signed Japanese Ivory Okimono, 20th Century
A box of 10 Japanese ivory okimono, 20th century, most of them signed (10)
Meiji ivory okimono of noh actor with mask
A Japanese ivory okimono, of a noh actor, Meiji period (1868-1912), wearing formal robes and headdress and holding a mask, four character signature, 13.5 cm high
Meiji Fisherman Ivory Okimono with Catch and Signature
A Japanese ivory okimono, of a fisherman, Meiji period (1868-1912), catching a fish, signed, 19 cm high, and 33 cm high including rod
Meiji Ivory Banana Okimono with Signature on Pedestal
Antique Japanese Meiji period carved solid ivory Okimono banana with signature, on wooden pedestal, 17 cm long (2)
Signed Japanese Ivory Okimono of Bear and Cubs
A fine signed Japanese ivory okimono of a bear and cubs, Meiji period, 1865-1912, finely and naturalistically carved with a mother bear and her two play fighting cubs, with inscribed signature underside. Provenance: Purchased Sotheby's 2003. Height 5.5 cm…
Japanese Ivory Okimono of Lady in Rickshaw, Meiji Period
A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a lady in a rickshaw, Meiji period. Depicting the seated lady holding flowers and parasol, the rickshaw drawn by running man with wheel under front foot, the lady signed Komin, 18 cm at widest
Dragon Scholar Ivory Okimono
A Japanese figurative okimono totem, Meiji period / signed carved, pierced and incised ivory depicting a scholar with dragon spirit incised signature to base 30.5 cm high
Meiji Ivory Okimono of Woman and Child
A signed antique ivory okimono of a woman and child, Meiji period, later 19th century, depicting the figure of a woman in a kimono and with well coiffed hair, holding a staff and balancing an animated small child with her right hand upon her hip; upon a…
Japanese Ivory Street Sweeper Okimono
A Japanese carved ivory okimono figure of a street sweeper. Tea stain finish, red seal mark to base. Height 17 cm
Ivory Okimono with Shibayama Brushpots and Stands
An ivory figural okimono, late Meiji period, of a man on a rocky ledge carrying a basket on his head filled with gourds, the fruiting vine trailing down to a small boy standing on a lower ledge; together with a pair of small shibayama brushpots, each…
Japanese Ivory Okimono with Man, Child and Insect
Fine antique Japanese carved ivory okimono of a man holding a child with a large insect biting his foot, seal mark to base, approx 15 cm high
Japanese Ivory Okimono Figure of Manual Worker
A Japanese carved ivory okimono figure of a manual worker. Tea stain finish, red seal mark to base. Height 14.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Scholar Priest Okimono
A Japanese carved ivory okimono figure of a scholar priest. Tea stain finish, red seal mark to base. Height 11.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Fisherman Okimono with Attendant
A Meiji carved ivory okimono of a fisherman with attendant, signed to base. Height 21.5 cm.
Meiji Ivory Deity Okimono with Worshippers
A Meiji carved ivory okimono of a deity with worshippers, signature panel to base, with an associated stand. Height 13 cm.
Japanese Ivory Okimono of Gods in Dragon Boat
A Japanese ivory okimono of the gods in a dragon boat, Meiji period (1868-1912), finely carved, resting on breaking waves, signed with two characters to the base. 6.5 cm high; together with an ivory okimono of figures in a boat, early 20th century. 3 cm…
Meiji Ivory Drum Seller Okimono
Japanese ivory okimono of a drum seller, Meiji period. Height 14.5 cm
Pair of Meiji Ivory Okimono Figures
2 Japanese Meiji (1868-1912) ivory okimono figures, depicting an emperor and empress, both holding a fan, signed to bases, sitting on square wooden stands, 10.5 cm & 10.8 cm high (this weight does not include wooden stands). Ex: Sydney private collection
Meiji Ivory Peanut Merchant Okimono
A Japanese Meiji period ivory okimono of a peanut merchant, he sits calculating on an abacus his produce in a basket at his feet. Signed on red lacquer tablet inlaid under the base. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection. Height 8.4 cm.
Meiji Ivory Okimono of Drum and Basket Seller
A Japanese Meiji period ivory okimono of a drum and basket seller, his wares slung about him and at his feet as he stoops to tie his gaiter. Signed on red lacquer tablet inlaid under the base. Height 8.4 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Gyakuho's Sage on Horseback Ivory Okimono
An ivory okimono, by Gyakuho, Meiji period, of a sage on horseback, the elongated figure wearing a long patterned robe, polychrome detailing, signed Gyakuho 22.5 cm high
Japanese Ivory Okimono in Clam Shell, Meiji Period
A Japanese ivory okimono, Meiji period, circa 1900, in the form of figures inside an open clam shell, 4.5 x 7.7 cm
Meiji Geisha Ivory Okimono Figure with Signature
A Japanese ivory okimono figure of a geisha, Meiji period (1868-1912), wearing formal attire, elaborate headdress and carrying a box with a flower, two character signature on a red lacquer tablet, 17.5 cm high
Japanese Ivory Okimono Group of Two Performers
An impressive 19th century Japanese ivory okimono group, on a wooden base, depicting two lively performers with flowering brocade court robes, one with traditional kotsuzumi drum, unsigned, 22 cm high. Provenance: The collection of Amina & Franco…
Japanese Ivory Banana Okimono, Early 20th Century
An ivory okimono of a banana, late Meiji (1868-1912) or Taisho period (1912-1926), early 20th century, a naturalistic Japanese stained and carved ivory study of a banana, partly peeled and realistically rendered. Meiji/Taisho period, circa 1900-1923, 12…
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