Very Fine Japanese Meiji Period (circa 1880) Intricately Carved Ivory Box with swirling Clouds and Dragons with inlaid eyes. In a circular form with extraordinarily detailed carving. This piece is of the
finest quality, a masterpiece of Meiji Ivory carving. 3.5 inches (9cm) height, 3.75 inches (9.5cm) diameter.
A Taisho Period (1912-1926) Bachi of Fine Ivory. This is a pick (or plectrum) used to play the shamisen, a traditional Japanese musical instrument. It was purchased in Komatsu, Japan by a renowned author on and collector of Asian art. 8.5 inches, 21.5 cm tall. Excellent Condition.
Very Fine Japanese Ivory Brush Pot by Yoshimune depicting the Angry Gods, represented by the Dragon and Hawk, punishing Mischievous Monkeys, a Japanese moral fable beautifully rendered in very high relief, masterfully executed and of the highest quality for the most discerning collector. 6.25 inches (16cm) high x 4 inches (10cm) wide.
