Lot 1265 , A Japanese Meiji ivory tusk box and cover, H approx 10cm (overall)

A Japanese Meiji ivory tusk box and cover, carved all round with tigers, the cover with seated tiger finial, H approx 10cm (overall)
Estimate £100-150

Typical plug to base, with surrounding carving, to depict an insect.
There are several splits to box and lid, glue residue is visible at the base of tiger finials,
weighs 148 grams


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Sold for £110