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A Fine Quality Japanese Meiji Period IVory Okimono Of A Thwarted Rat Catcher
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 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 b...e required.
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
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA474110
Dateline of this antique is 1890
Height is 4cm (1.6inches)Width is 4cm (1.6inches)Depth is 3cm (1.2inches)
Antique SA474110 shown on this page was made in 1890. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1890
ANTIQUE SA474110
CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
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
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