Lot 13 , A Japanese ivory of a Samurai, Meiji period, 32.5cm, losses

A Japanese ivory of a Samurai, Meiji period, standing amid scholar's objects and bent arrows, fifteen character inscription to base, 32.5cm, losses
Estimate £150-200

Blade has broken off the sword. There is a shallow hole in the base, as if something is missing. All 4 fingers on the empty hand are broken off. The figure wobbles on the base and has one long split to the back. Also missing the pony tail.


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Sold for £320