Lot 1442 , A graduated set of two Japanese gilt lacquered ivory vases, Meiji period, wood stands. Total height 21.5cm

A graduated set of two Japanese gilt lacquered ivory vases, Meiji period, wood stands. Total height 21.5cm

£500-700

Condition:
Slightly smaller tusk (323 grams) with a crack downward from neckrim, as shown; furthermore same tusk with much longer crack from neckrim almost reaching footrim. Neither crack can be seen at exterior. Two further cracks upward from footrim, approx. 3cm and 4cm, both visible at exterior; small chip to footrim, approx. 3 x 2mm. Other tusk good - 395 grams.

Sold for £600