kazarena Posted January 18, 2020 Report Posted January 18, 2020 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. Quote
Tigerinbamboo Posted January 19, 2020 Report Posted January 19, 2020 Very interesting piece. I dont think you can export to USA, though. 1 Quote
Brian Posted January 19, 2020 Report Posted January 19, 2020 Nope..definitely carved. Looks like whale tooth to me. Anyways...sale post, so you all know what to do. Quote
Stephen Posted January 19, 2020 Report Posted January 19, 2020 Sorry thought under different forum. Quote
kazarena Posted February 6, 2020 Author Report Posted February 6, 2020 The okimono is SOLD. Please archive. Donation to NMB will be made in due course once the sale is concluded. Quote
Bazza Posted February 6, 2020 Report Posted February 6, 2020 Well, lovely piece indeed. However, I'm struck by the resemblance of the Oni to the Ooompa Loompas!!!!!! BaZZa. 1 Quote
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