"A Japanese Ivory Vase Carved In Bas-relief With Festive Characters "
Ivory vase carved in bas-relief with festive characters dancing and playing next to an elephant dressed for special occasions.On the opposite side a large Japanese "Matsu" pine seems to cover and shade the entire scene.
The internal part is entirely patinated bronze with slightly gilded details of the symbols of the chrysanthemum and the pauwlonia flower, two symbolic elements linked to the emperor and the Tokugawa clan.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 9.5 x 12.5 x 11 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
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