Lot 180 , A Japanese ivory figure of an old lady, Tokyo School, Meiji period, height 18.5cm

A Japanese ivory figure of an old lady, Tokyo School, Meiji period, holding a staff in her right hand, signed 'Ikochi' to the base, height 18.5cm
Estimate £400-600

The ivory figure of an old lady has developed a creamy yellow patina in places otherwise the carving is in good condition with no restoration chips or cracks.


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Sold for £260