31st Aug, 2023 13:00
Asian Art
LARGE JAPANESE CARVED BONE OKIMONO 'CARP' FIGURE GROUP
MEIJI PERIOD, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY
modelled as two boys catching an oversized carp
42cm long
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Sold for £400
Estimated at £300 - £500
Condition Report
Upper section of rope held in figure's left hand all that in right hand lost although a section of this rope is loose but present with the lot; one slightly protruding panel to belly of fish, slight nick to tail of fish; small chip to one end of base; slight nicks to upper fin of fish; abrasion to rear of fish head; some panels slightly loose; further general surface wear including expected scratches, small nibbles, etc; no visible marks
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