Ivory Tusk Carving of Women

Description:

Ivory Tusk Carving of Women, Japan, 19th century, high relief depiction of a group of geisha at leisure in a garden with a pavilion and blossoming plum tree, converted to an electric lamp and detached, unsigned, ht. 10 3/4 in.

Provenance: C. Will Chappell, Oneida, New York; Yamanaka & Co., Atlantic City, New Jersey; Yoshima & Co., Atlantic City, New Jersey; Kondo & Co., Atlantic City, New Jersey; Moore Brothers, Dr, Atlantic City, New Jersey; property by descent of the great-grandniece of Mrs. Chappell; copy of original receipt available.
Estimate $1,200-1,500

Multiple minor cracks to the rim, severe cracks along the base.


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