Covered ivory pot with dragon design, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The body is finely carved in high relief with three interlocking dragons amid storm clouds and lightning. The lid is embellished with a handle representing a dragon carved in the round. The bottom of the pot is made of wood. The dragon's head has been replaced. Height: 10.5 cm; gross weight: 390 g Cradle, small chips, traces of glue on the bottom.