Fine Quality Japanese Ivory Okimono of Kannon Bodhisattva-listed Tokyo Artist

1900 - 1920

Sold by Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Description

As part of our Japanese art collection we are delighted to offer this wonderful quality one piece ivory Okimono by a listed Tokyo artist, the exquisite carving depicts the Kannon Bhodisattva (Goddess of Mercy ) rising from the waves , the artist has captured this well known subject in breath-taking detail ,she stands hands clasped and carries a basket of flowers upon which rests a small bird , there are too many interpretations of Kannon to even begin discussing in this short description , I will therefore leave the images to interpret the story for you, the artists art name was Gyokuren and full name ??(IIDA KISABURO?????) he is listed as a member of the Tokyo Carvers’ Association active between Meiji 37 and 39 – this information is reproduced in the book on Japanese Ivory Carving published by the Shoto Museum (Tokyo).

This one piece Japanese ivory Okimono is nicely signed to the underside in a black oval seal accompanied by further script or collection details above, it was carved around 1905 according to the known records of the artist, despite the intricate carving I can only describe it as immaculate !!

Approximate sizes:

Height: 7.75" 19.7 cm

Width: 3" 8 cm

Depth: 2.75" 7 cm

Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required .

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

8cm (3.15")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA427700

Dealers Notes

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Description

fig 1. FINE QUALITY JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO OF KANNON BODHISATTVA-LISTED TOKYO ARTIST — fig 1. Fine Quality Japanese Ivory Okimono of Kannon Bodhisattva-listed Tokyo Artist

This one piece Japanese ivory Okimono is nicely signed to the underside in a black oval seal accompanied by further script or collection details above, it was carved around 1905 according to the known records of the artist, despite the intricate carving I can only describe it as immaculate !!