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ANTIQUE #SA449416

Fine Quality Pair Of Japanese IVory Bezique/games Markers Depicting Monkeys

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

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this super quality pair of Bezique or games markers from the latter part of the Meiji period (circa 1900) each marker is formed from high quality cuts of ivory, the central panels are carved in high relief and depict a pair of Monkeys with a Persimmon fruit and a further pair of Monkeys reaching over as if to grab the fruit , ten of the lifting games marker tabs are also carved with Monkeys, interestingly the remaining six are carved with Dragonfly, Locust, Butterflies and Flora , one of the markers appears to be signed in a red seal and both retain their original retailers/price labels to the rear, a great pair of markers for your Bijouterie cabinet .
 
The condition is exceptional !
 
Approximate sizes
 
Length: 3.6'' 9 cm
 
Width: 2 3/8'' 6 cm
 
Depth: 9 mm
 
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Antique SA449416 shown on this page was made in 1900. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1900
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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