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Rare Japanese 18th Century Edo Period Ivory Tonkotsu - Carved with Dragons
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Rare Japanese 18th Century Edo Period Ivory Tonkotsu - Carved with Dragons

18th century
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this finely carved Edo Period Ivory Tonkotsu (Tobacco container) circa 1780 , the oval section lidded container is finely decorated with a three clawed Dragon skimming above the waves and grasping a Tama , the original cover also repeats this decoration , the Tonkotsu is fitted with an inset ivory base as well as Silver rings to accept the old leather cords , the cords decorated with Coral beads , the leather cords tied with a wooden Ojime bead carved with Handaka Sonja and his Dragon , the Eyes inset in metal , probably made by a Kyoto school Netsuke carver in the latter part of the 18th century , a very rare survivor to be in this condition , a cracking addition to your Japanese works of art or smoking utensil collection

Condition report :

In fine condition throughout !

Approximate sizes :

Height : 2.5" 6.5 cm

Width: 2.75" 6.9 cm

Depth: 2.4" 5.8 cm

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA525951
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 finely carved Edo Period Ivory Tonkotsu (Tobacco container) circa 1780 , the oval section lidded container is finely decorated with a three clawed Dragon skimming above the waves and grasping a Tama , the original cover also repeats this decoration , the Tonkotsu is fitted with an inset ivory base as well as Silver rings to accept the old leather cords , the cords decorated with Coral beads , the leather cords tied with a wooden Ojime bead carved with Handaka Sonja and his Dragon , the Eyes inset in metal , probably made by a Kyoto school Netsuke carver in the latter part of the 18th century , a very rare survivor to be in this condition , a cracking addition to your Japanese works of art or smoking utensil collection
fig 1. RARE JAPANESE 18TH CENTURY EDO PERIOD IVORY TONKOTSU - CARVED WITH DRAGONS
fig 1. Rare Japanese 18th Century Edo Period Ivory Tonkotsu - Carved with Dragons

Condition report :

In fine condition throughout !

Approximate sizes :

Height : 2.5" 6.5 cm

Width: 2.75" 6.9 cm

Depth: 2.4" 5.8 cm

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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

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Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA525951
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
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RARE JAPANESE 18TH CENTURY EDO PERIOD IVORY TONKOTSU - CARVED WITH DRAGONS
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RARE JAPANESE 18TH CENTURY EDO PERIOD IVORY TONKOTSU - CARVED WITH DRAGONS
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  • Period18th century
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)
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