The William Oates Jeffery Collection - Other Ivory Objects

Antique Japanese Ivory Bottle with Ornate Carving

Circa 19th century AD

collected circa 1930

SOLD

Museum quality, stunningly crafted, antique long-neck ivory bottle decorated with lion head handles and four figures.  Figures on one side hold a scroll decorated with floral designs.  Two dancing figures on opposite side.   Lion head handles with separate rings, carved from one piece of elephant ivory.  Cherry blossom design carved on one side, another botanical design on the other, probably a lily.  Beautiful detail and patina.  Full bodied form with extended neck. 

dimensions: 3 7/8" high x 2" wide x 1 5/8" deep

excellent condition.

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