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A Charming Japanese Ivory Okimono of a Boy Performing a Lion Dance
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A Charming Japanese Ivory Okimono of a Boy Performing a Lion Dance

1900 - 1920
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As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this nice quality carved Meiji period Ivory Okimono of a young boy performing the Shi Shi - Mai ( lion dance ), a traditional Asian dance found that takes place in both China and Japan usually to celebrate the new year, the young boy is smiling and clearly enjoying this event, his kimono, trousers and costume are decorated throughout in great detail, the underside incised by an artist known as "Gyokuichi.

The condition is superb throughout.

Approximate sizes:

Height: 6.3/8" 16.2 cm

Width: 2" 5 cm

Depth 1.5" 3.8 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA474104
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Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

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As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this nice quality carved Meiji period Ivory Okimono of a young boy performing the Shi Shi - Mai ( lion dance ), a traditional Asian dance found that takes place in both China and Japan usually to celebrate the new year, the young boy is smiling and clearly enjoying this event, his kimono, trousers and costume are decorated throughout in great detail, the underside incised by an artist known as "Gyokuichi.
fig 1. A CHARMING JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO OF A BOY PERFORMING A LION DANCE
fig 1. A Charming Japanese Ivory Okimono of a Boy Performing a Lion Dance

The condition is superb throughout.

Approximate sizes:

Height: 6.3/8" 16.2 cm

Width: 2" 5 cm

Depth 1.5" 3.8 cm

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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA474104
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012

Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art Profile Page

Trade Associations

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is a registered member of BADA 

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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Telephone 07774 635918
Location
Stags Head Antiques Ltd
Bournemouth
Dorset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/stagshead
Verified Since Jan 2012
Items For Sale 29
Items Sold 1,666
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Verified Since Jan 2012
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Location: Stags Head Antiques Ltd, Bournemouth , Dorset, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/stagshead
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  • Period1900 - 1920
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)
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