Small ivory zushi, Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912) It is carved in high relief with an ama ryu motif and foliage. The interior of the doors is engraved with a design of lotus flowers and leaves. The bodhisattva that originally sat inside the zushi is missing. A signature is engraved on the back: Isshosai - 㷖(照)斎. Height: 12.5 cm; weight: 170 g
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Estimate
€300 - €400
Buyer's premium
32%
Small ivory zushi, Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)
It is carved in high relief with an ama ryu motif and foliage. The interior of the doors is engraved with a design of lotus flowers and leaves. The bodhisattva that originally sat inside the zushi is missing. A signature is engraved on the back: Isshosai - 㷖(照)斎.
Height: 12.5 cm; weight: 170 g
Sale
Tuesday 10 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris