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Humerous Japanese IVory Okimono Ebisu Lucky Fishing God

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

As part of our Japanese art collection we are delighted to offer this charming ivory okimono depicting Ebisu one of the seven Japanese lucky gods of good fortune, Ebisu is depicted going about his business and stands upon a rocky outcrop with waves crashing around his feet , this lucky fisherman has hooked into a chunky sea bream , he uses his bamboo rod combined with his skills to bring the fish to the shore , the one piece okimono is carved in great detail throughout, the well detailed ivory bamboo rod and wire line are removable for safe transportation , signed to the underside with a two character mark .
 
The condition is superb throughout and has mellowed nicely with age.
 
Approximate sizes
 
Height 9.5'' 24 cm
 
Height 6.75'' 17 cm
 
Base 3.5'' x 2.75'' 9 x 7 cm
 
Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item
 
For a further selection of our Japanese art collection please visit our new gallery at www.steveslyjapaneseart.com
 
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Antique SA392721 shown on this page was made in 1890. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1890
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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
SPECIALISTS IN JAPANESE WORKS OF ART FROM THE MEIJI PERIOD 1868-1912
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is also an antique trade association member of BADA
Dorset
United Kingdom
Tel: 07774 635918
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD