[NSR] Marine Ivory Okimono (for oni lovers)

[kazarena]

This fine okimono depicts two Oni demons carrying a cauldron, with a figure of a woman appearing from the clouds of steam above the cauldron.

 

I tried finding the original Japanese story, but my search wasn’t successful so far. Any hints would be appreciated!

 

Made in the Meiji period circa 1880-1910.

 

Condition: excellent, with some naturally occurring longitudinal cracks.

 

I bought it in a small antique shop in Portugal about 10 years ago.

 

Height: 13.5cm

Width (at base): 5.5cm

Depth: 3.2cm

SOLD

 

Payment: wire transfer or PayPal (the buyer pays the fees), shipping extra.

 

The item is located in Ireland. Some countries do not allow importing objects derived from endangered and other protected species, even if a certificate of origin is provided. Please check your local legislation for shipping restrictions.

 

           

[Tigerinbamboo]

Very interesting piece. I dont think you can export to USA, though.

[Brian]

Nope..definitely carved. Looks like whale tooth to me. Anyways...sale post, so you all know what to do.

[Stephen]

Sorry thought under different forum.

[kazarena]

The okimono is SOLD. Please archive.

 

Donation to NMB will be made in due course once the sale is concluded.

[Bazza]

Well, lovely piece indeed.  However, I'm struck by the resemblance of the Oni to the Ooompa Loompas!!!!!!

 

BaZZa.