Collinge Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.
With extravagant plumage and long tail feathers, perched amongst tree blossom and featuring a little butterfly to each. Beautifully realised in layers of carved shell, mother of pearl and bone to stand in high relief against the black lacquered ground. Presented in the original red lacquered oval frames also painted with cherry blossom. Good condition with only minor wear.
Dimensions: width 21", depth 2½", height 28".
Collinge Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.
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