This is is an early 20th century or possibly late 19th century signed ivory carving of a Geisha. I purchased the Figure at a multimillion dollar estate auction about 25 years ago. The Estate had been in storage for fifty years while the family settled. The owner of this HUGE!!! collection was not revealed per the family's request. The piece in signed by the Artist,which is unusual for Chinese pieces. Since I can account for 70 years and the figure does show wear and patina, I am pretty sure ...click for details
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