Important South African and International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 16 October 2017

Jewellery, Watches, European and Oriental Decorative Arts

Sold for

ZAR 13 642
Lot 198
  • A large Japanese ivory okimono, Gyokushi, Meiji period (1868-1912)


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 15 000 - 20 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 13 642
Auction Catalogue

About this Item

A large Japanese ivory okimono, Gyokushi, Meiji period (1868-1912)
carved with the figure of a basket seller, with a staff over his left shoulder supporting baskets, drums and parasols, his left hand holding a mask, helmet, a further drum and basket, his right hand holding a gourd and further wares, standing on a rocky base, repairs and restorations, signed and highlighted in red, 30,5cm high

*Not suitable for export.



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