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172 | A LARGE IVORY OKIMONO
OF A WOMAN CARRYING
A CHILD AND PARASOL
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)

The okimono depicts a young lady carrying
her child in one arm around her back,
wearing a traditional kimono with finely
incised details including various garment
patterns. In the other hand she is holding a
separately carved and removable parasol.
The young boy has just dropped his rattle,
laying on the circular base at the woman’s
feet, but seems not to mind or have
noticed, showing a gleeful expression.
HEIGHT 28.5 cm
Condition: Good condition with age cracks
and some losses. Good patina.
Provenance: British collection.
Estimate EUR 2,500
Starting price EUR 1,250

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