"An Ivory Okimono With Daily Life Scene"
A marine ivory okimono with elephant ivory parts depicting a daily life scene of a seated craftsman while he repairs a small wheel. The wheel can move in a circular direction giving the sculpture a unique characteristic.He holds a hammer with other tools typical of his profession and wears a tobacco holder complete with netsuke.
Signed Seiwa with engraving on a red lacquer insert under the base.
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 5 cm.
Conservation status: Excellent condition
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