Rare okimono in ivory depicting a falconer. The keen eye is fixed on the quarry. Captured in the act of lifting the hood of the falcon to launch it after its prey.
Sculpted with great skill from a single piece of ivory.
In very good condition overall, showing the natural veining of the ivory and a small repair in one finger, as highlighted in the photos in red
Signed beneath the garment
Japanese artefact from the Meiji era (circa 1890-1910).
The item was produced prior to 1947, and is therefore in compliance with European Union regulations on ivory trade.
The item comes with a certificate of authenticity that will be sent to the buyer.
Very important note for customers outside the EU:
This lot cannot be sold outside the EU.
This lot CANNOT be sold outside the EU.
- Objeto
- Okimono
- Material
- Marfil de elefante
- Periodo
- Finales del siglo XIX (periodo Meiji)
- Región / País de origen
- Japón
- Tema / representación
- halconero
- Estado
- Buen estado, ver descripción
- Dimensiones
- 15.5×6×5 cm