Important South African and International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 16 October 2017

Jewellery, Watches, European and Oriental Decorative Arts

Sold for

ZAR 9 368
Lot 201
  • A Japanese carved ivory and Shibayama page turner, Meiji period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese carved ivory and Shibayama page turner, Meiji period (1868-1912)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 8 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 9 368

About this Item

A Japanese carved ivory and Shibayama page turner, Meiji period (1868-1912)
the flat blade decorated in gold lacquer with a dragon, ho-o birds and stylised clouds, the handle carved with a bearded figure, his back adorned with a sword, some loss to his left foot, gilt slightly rubbed, 54,5cm high

*Not suitable for export.



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