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A fine quality Japanese ivory okimono in the form of a seated clam sheller wearing traditional kimono with engraved geometric designs. The figure seated upon a cross section slice of ivory surrounded by three baskets full of clams and empty shells. The base supported by three naturalist feet and with inset red lacquer cartouche signed by the artist. Diameter: 15cm approximately, height: 13cm approximately
Estimate £1,200 to £1,800
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