South African and International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Online-Only Auction, 14 - 19 November 2018

Oriental Works of Art
  • A Japanese ivory brushpot and cover, Meiji period (1868-1912)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000

About this Item

A Japanese ivory brushpot and cover, Meiji period (1868-1912)

the cylindrical body carved and stained with tigers and lions below a stylised cloud border, the base carved with an insect and a leaf, the detachable cover with a growling tiger finial, repair to the base, 22,3cm high

*This lot is not suitable for export



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