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ANTIQUE #SA509562

Lovely Quality Japanese Meiji Period IVory Okimono Depicting A Samurai Warrior - Signed

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 fine quality Japanese Ivory Okimono depicting a warrior in a battle pose wearing his full ''Yoroi'' ( suit of armour ) the intricate detailing of the Armour is known as Kozane , as is usually bound in Iron or Leather,captured wielding a Sword over his head whilst stood one footed upon a broken table , sections of a Suzuribako ( Box of writing equipment ) being hurled over his shoulder and his Kabuto (helmet) slung down his back, the artist has captured the moment of attack with incredible detail, in particular the Warriors menacing face , signed to the underside in a lovely inset Mother of pearl tablet which translates to read '' Shihro'' , old collection and exhibition labels also attached to the underside .
 
A fascinating study and great addition to your Japanese Okimono collection.
 
Condition report: - In lovely condition.
 
Approximate size:
 
Height: 6 5/8'' 16.2 cm
 
Width: 3.5'' 8.9...
Antique SA509562 shown on this page was made in 1890. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1890
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CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
STEVE SLY JAPANESE WORKS OF ART PROFILE PHOTO WHICH LINKS TO DEALER PAGE
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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