Ivory Okimono III
(Large Carvings)
 
 
 
 

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A871:  Ivory Maiden

A very nice ivory maiden carved from the most pristine ivory.  Note the 'carved through' areas with her flowing robes and fan.  Also note her beautiful face and the intricate flowers she is holding.  She stands 10" tall (not counting the nice wood stand) and is perfect.
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A882:  Ivory Tea Party

Very unique ivory grouping of 4 individuals apparently having a tea party.  The guy on the left is holding a tray with a tea pot and cup, the next guy is sitting playing a lute, and the next guy is sitting holding a fan while he strokes his beard (quest of honor?), and the guy on the far right is holding what appears to be a gourd and a dragon head staff.  The pieces in the background are a tree and curtains.  The figures are about the size of netsuke but have no holes.  The tree is 5 1/2" to give reference.  The nice wire inlay wood stand measures 8" x 5".  Very entertaining.
$750

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A841:  Japanese Fisherman

 This is a very nice Japanese Ivory Okimono of a Fisherman carved in the traditional Japanese style of attaching many pieces together.  He sits perched on his chair holding a ffishing pole and a fish (pole may not be original, but suits well and is removable).  He also has his basket for the fish and his tackle box at his side.  He stands 6 1/2" tall and is in perfect condition.
$650

 
A870:  Japanese Snake Man

This is a very nice rendition of a man avoiding a snake at his feet.  Although I am not sure of the message, I have seen this story often.  From research, I find the Japanese often relate the snake with women.  You are on your own from here.  He is carved from one piece of ivory including the snake and bundle of fruit he holds.  Great detail and balance.  He stands 7 1/2" (not counting the wood stand he is attached to).  Tight age line on left side of face and chest running down his leg.  Natural and no problem.
$595

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A855:  Ivory Articulated Crab

This is a very nice and somewhat rare ivory crab.  All the legs are hinged and move.  There are many bone reproductions on the market, but is rare to find an ivory one.  He is carved from very dense ivory (possibly hippo or walrus) to help with the delicate pins and hinges.  He is about 5" across while tucked in and about 6" extended. 
$650

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A873:  Ivory Monk Eating Rice

A little larger than a large netsuke, this ivory Monk okimono is sitting with his chop sticks and a bowl.  He has the most adorable 'old man' toothless smile.  The flow and detail is absolutely great including his flowing robe.  He sits 2 deep and 2 tall, but again, seems larger than measurements imply. 
$475

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. A869:  Two Ivory Woodsmen

This is a delightful smaller okimono of two woodsmen sharing a scene.  The one of the left is smoking his pipe and appears to be quite happy.  His buddy is standing with his axe as he looks at the other (waiting for a turn at the pipe?).  There is a branch of wood over their shoulders with a basket hanging.  A lot going on in a small world.  They are stained a nice tea color and are perfect.  They sit 2 1/4" tall and 2 1/4" wide (appear to be much larger than measurements imply.... about twice the size of a normal netsuke or about the size of a small fist).
$475

. A844:  Ivory Elephant

An exceptionally nice version an elephant.  He is carved with the nicest detail and stained an 'elephant color'.  His tusks are still white to make his very special.  Note the folds to his skin and downward trunk (most are up).  He is 1 5/8" tall and is mounted on a wood stand.
$125



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