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A Fine Quality Japanese Meiji Period Ivory Okimono of a Thwarted Rat Catcher
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A Fine Quality Japanese Meiji Period Ivory Okimono of a Thwarted Rat Catcher

19th century
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this wonderful quality carved Meiji period Ivory Okimono of a thwarted rat catcher, the artist has cleverly captured the moment when a rat escaped from his trap and sat upon the trappers shoulder, the facial expression tells the full story, in his hand he is holding his utensils, another rat looks to escape from the trap, the rat catchers hair is tied back in impeccable fashion, the artist has even captured the in shaven details on the mans face, this okimono is signed to the underside with a red seal signature that read's "Seiwa", it has a lovely mellow colour and will enhance any good collection.

The condition is lovely !!

Approximate sizes:

Height 2? 4.9 cm

Length 2? 4.9 cm

Depth 1.5? 3.8cm

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
4cm (1.57")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA474110
Dealers Notes

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

Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this wonderful quality carved Meiji period Ivory Okimono of a thwarted rat catcher, the artist has cleverly captured the moment when a rat escaped from his trap and sat upon the trappers shoulder, the facial expression tells the full story, in his hand he is holding his utensils, another rat looks to escape from the trap, the rat catchers hair is tied back in impeccable fashion, the artist has even captured the in shaven details on the mans face, this okimono is signed to the underside with a red seal signature that read's "Seiwa", it has a lovely mellow colour and will enhance any good collection.
fig 1. A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD IVORY OKIMONO OF A THWARTED RAT CATCHER
fig 1. A Fine Quality Japanese Meiji Period Ivory Okimono of a Thwarted Rat Catcher

The condition is lovely !!

Approximate sizes:

Height 2? 4.9 cm

Length 2? 4.9 cm

Depth 1.5? 3.8cm

“
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA474110
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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Archive I A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD IVORY OKIMONO OF A THWARTED RAT CATCHER SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Fine Quality Japanese Meiji Period Ivory Okimono of a Thwarted Rat Catcher

Archive II A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD IVORY OKIMONO OF A THWARTED RAT CATCHER View II
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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Telephone 07774 635918
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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
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A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD IVORY OKIMONO OF A THWARTED RAT CATCHER
A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD IVORY OKIMONO OF A THWARTED RAT CATCHER
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)
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