*** | Suite of nine Japanese ivory figures, each modelled as an immortal in various poses, all resting on pierced hardwood bases, (one base lacking a side), overall. Height 21 cm | *** | |
*** | Carved ivory figure of Kwan Yin, Goddess of Mercy, standing on lotus base, height 55 cm. Provenance: Ezra Norton Family Collection | *** | |
*** | Ivory okimono, Japanese, figural carving of a Samurai helping a drunken friend, flanked by sake merchant, bill of sale available. Height 20 cm. Exhibited formerly on loan to the Pittsburgh Museum, ex: H. J Heinz collection, ex: Ashkenazie & Company 1982.… | *** | |
*** | Ivory carving, Japanese, Meiji period, standing female figure with her left hand holding her hair while her right hand is attempting to comb it, signed Doho. Height 43 cm. Exhibited: Ex: Ashkenazie & Company. Private Collection, Sydney | *** | |
*** | Japanese Meijii period ivory okimono, c. 1890, modelled as a farmer in traditional robes; with basket poised to catch the hen and chicks at his feet, resting on the original ebonised stand .signed to base. Height 10 cm, overall. Height 13 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese wood and ivory okimono, Meiji period modelled in the form of a man, his head wrapped in a scarf, his dress richly decorated with gilded ferns, a basket slung over one shoulder, a paddle in his right hand, and a pouch at his waist, as he balances… | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a Takarabune, Meiji/Taisho period, the 'Seven Gods of good Fortune' standing on the open deck with their respective attributes, the hull of simulated wood planks with a ho-o figurehead, on a wood stand carved with… | *** | |
*** | Ivory and gourd cricket cage Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) moulded of tapering hexagonal form, featuring floral arrangements in vases interspersed by inscription, surmounted by an ivory double-tiered rim with pierced tortoise shell cover, worked in… | *** | |
*** | Exceptional 19th century Chinese ivory figure of Guan Yin, modelled as the deity in full headdress, jewelled, in tonal dress, clasping her precious vase in one hand, signed to Chien Leong to base. Height 41.5 cm. Provenance: The estate of the late Rita… | *** | |
*** | Suite of eight Chinese ivory figures, each modelled as an immortal in various poses, all resting on pierced hardwood bases, (one base lacking a side), overall. Height 21 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory of Kwan Yi, with carved wood stand, height 39 cm. Provenance: Ezra Norton Family Collection | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory lobster okimono by Yamazaki Nankai, late Meiji period (1868-1912) naturalistically carved and fully articulated, the eyes stained, signed in a red oval seal 'Nankai', with custom made box | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory carving of a kangaroo early Meiji period with joey in pouch. Height 7 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved and polychromed ivory dragon boat, late 19th century / early 20th century, the scaly dragon's body forming the vessel, carrying a finely carved Imperial pavilion with the emperor and his court, raised on an oblong stand decorated with… | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a warrior, Meiji period (1868-1912), his flowing dress encrusted with mother-of-pearl jewels, holding a weapon in one hand and laurel branch in the other hand, red artist's seal to base, height 22 cm | *** | |
*** | Large Japanese carved ivory okimono of a fisherman and a child by Seizanin, Meiji period (1868-1912) modelled standing with one foot resting on a wave-lashed rock, holding a fishing net, his Son at his feet holding a landing net, the base signed… | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese carved ivory horses, early 20th century, each naturalistically carved with a saddle and blanket, the collar with a tassel protruding from the chest, on wooden stands (2), height 22 cm width 17 cm | *** | |
*** | Small Japanese shibayama carved ivory pumpkin, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved as a pumpkin and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to side, height 6.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | Ivory and gourd cricket cage Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), 17th century moulded of double-gourd form with waisted body, decorated with sprays of chrysanthemums, surmounted by an ivory double-tiered rim with pierced tortoise shell cover, worked in reticulation… | *** | |
*** | Set of five Chinese ivory figures of immortals each figure depicted standing and holding a specific attribute, on wooden stands (5) | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved and stained ivory figure group, Republic period, depicting two children picking peaches, on wooden stand, height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese export ivory figure of Goddess XI Wang Mu, early to mid 20th century, finely carved details, ruyi pendant necklace, with associated wood stand. Height 31 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama carved ivory Capsicum, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved as a capsicum and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to side, height 8.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama carved ivory pumpkin, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved as a pumpkin and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to underside, height 7 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama carved ivory banana, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved as a banana and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to side, height 16.8 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | 19th century Chinese ivory fan, with highly carved leaves and sticks, decorated with scenes of domestic life, centred by twin initials, in original case (a/f). Length 40 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory figure group, c1900 modelled in the form of a long boat, with a grotestesque dragons head prow, leading to a central pagoda, surrounded by a selection of figures occupied in various nautical pursuits. Length 44 cm | *** | |
*** | Two Japanese shibayama carved ivory Vegetables, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to side, one missing stem (A/F) (2), height 11 cm; 13 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | Two Japanese carved ivory okimono, Meiji period (1868-1912), comprising a man carving a mask, and a tile setter, each base with artist's signature in a red-lacquer rectangular seal (2), height 8 cm; height 5.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Two part carved ivory box, which opens to reveal erotic scene the exterior carved with vines and insects. Length 9 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory lady's card case profusely carved with scene of village life, height 8.5 cm. Provenance: Property of a Lady, NSW | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama carved ivory vegetable, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved as an edamame and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to side, height 14.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory jewellery box, depicting figures in a landscape (A/F), height 5 cm width 26 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory and bronze figure of a woman, early 20th century, signed, mounted on a naturalistic wooden base, height 25 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory figure of a wood collector, on a carved wooden base, signed artist signature to base. Height 28 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory carving of a doctor's lady, early 20th century, carved as a naked woman lying in recumbent position supporting her head with her right arm, her left arm resting demurely on her body, on wooden stand, length 23 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of peasant by Hosho, Meiji period (1868-1912) standing and carrying two large white radish, suspended from a wood rod slung over his right shoulder, on the ground a cat chasing a bird, the base signed - Hosho' in a… | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory carving of a maiden. On wooden base. Height 22 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory box and cover, Meiji period of ovoid form, encrusted with figures of terrapins. Height 9 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory carving of a chick hatching from an egg, signed, height 6 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of man on a horse, depicting a bearded man wearing a traditional robe on horseback, on wooden stand, height 26 cm (overall) | *** | |
*** | Painted ivory parrot, possibly Meiji period perched on carved wood twig, height 15 cm. Provenance: Orlando Brown Collection, Mosman | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese carved and pierced ivory tusk vases, c. 1920, decorated with figures in landscape, on wooden stands (A/F) (2), height 11.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a hunter by Rakushin, Meiji period (1868-1912) wearing straw sandals and walking across a tree trunk, carrying a rabbit, roped by its feet and suspended from a rifle slung over his right shoulder, the base signed -… | *** | |
*** | Chinese Ivory Figure of Shao Lin, c1900 clad in simple robes, having a peach blossom in one hand and his staff in the other, resting on a stepped circular timber socle base, height 29 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama carved ivory mushroom, Meiji period (1868-1912), naturalistically carved as a mushroom and inlaid with insects, artist's signature to side, height 9.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, SA | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory puzzle ball, on stand, diameter 9 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of an old man, Meiji period (1868-1912), holding a nest in one hand and gently feeding hatchlings, artist's signature to base, height 17 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory dragon boat, with seven seated figures and carved wood stand, length 36 cm. Provenance: Ezra Norton Family Collection | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory brush pot Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) decorated with figures at leisure amongst pavilions beneath willow and pine trees, with silver insert base, stamped | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory doctor's lady. Length 13 cm | *** | |
*** | Ivory carved figure of a scholar, height 16 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a father and Son eating Meiji period (1868-1912) seated on a haystack eating a bowl of rice, with his axe at his feet, his Son standing near him feeding chickens, signed | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory, bone and wood covered box, Meiji period, the lid surmounted by a carved dragon, the body embellished with two carved panels depicting toads fighting on one side and figures in a landscape on the other side, on three carved mask feet… | *** | |
*** | Carved ivory tusk, single tusk intricately carved with a village scene, on wooden stand, height 7 cm length 38 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory carving Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911), of a lady holding flowers, on hardwood stand, minor chip (A/F). Height 24 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory vase, early 20th century, decorated with two intricately carved scenes depicting maidens standing on clouds, height 20 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Canberra | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory figure of Guanyin Qing dynasty (1644-1912) the goddess of Mercy carved with a contemplative face, holding a ruyi spectre in her left hand and a pearl in her right hand, standing on a lotus base | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a Woodcutter by Hosho, Meiji period (1868-1912) standing with one foot resting on a wood stump, one hand holding a branch to protect himself, at his feet a snake coiled around his axe and chasing a frog, signed -Hosho'… | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory carving of a Doctor's lady, lying in recumbent position supporting her head with her right arm, her left arm resting demurely on her body, length 21.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory figurine, depicting a traditional man holding a scripture, with finely detailed etching, incised red signature to base (A/F). Height 8 cm | *** | |
*** | Two Chinese carved ivory figurines, both depicting a posing man with finely carved and etched detail, both with incised red signature to base (2) (A/F). Height 3.5 cm, 2 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a woman, Meiji period (1868-1912), dressed in kimono, holding a laundry basket over her shoulder, artist's signature to base, height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved and pierced ivory tusk vase, decorated with two dragons, on wooden stand, height 16 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a Bijin Meiji period (1868-1912) the standing beauty clad in an elegant kimono, one hand holding a fan and the other concealed in voluminous sleeves, artist's seal missing | *** | |
*** | Carved ivory head of Quan Yin goddess of Mercy, with red coral bindii, on carved wood stand, height 13 cm | *** | |
*** | Six Japanese carved ivory Gods of Fortune, including Benten (goddess of beauty and Art), Jurojin (god of long life), Bishamon (god of warriors), Hotei (god of happiness and children) and Fukuroku (god of learning), on stepped wood stand (6), height 5 cm | *** | |
*** | Erotic carved ivory okimono, Japanese c. 1920, depicting a man and a woman, signed to base. Height 8.25 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory doctor's lady. Length 8 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory figure of a Laughing Elderly man, c. 1920, balancing a pipe in his right hand, plated strap over his shoulder keeping his gourd of wine secure, vest with traditional designs on both the front & back, his feet with straw thongs,… | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory and wood covered box, Meiji period, of oval shape, the lid surmounted by a carved figure of a merchant, the body finely carved with figures in landscape, on four feet, restored (A/F), height 17.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory puzzle ball on stand, the concentric pierced ball carved with dragons in clouds, containing balls pierced with a geometric design, the stand carved with a lion and an immortal holding a peach, height 36 cm | *** | |
*** | Eight carved ivory cigarette holders, plain bodied (8), length 10-12 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory okimono of a couple eating, each figure depicted kneeling, eating and drinking tea, artists seal to underside, on wooden stand, height 8.5 cm width 12.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory figurine, depicting a travelling man holding a walking stick and bottle, with finely detailed etching to robe and hat (A/F). Height 15.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory purse inlaid with semi precious stones and mother of pearl, interior lined with silk 6 x 6 cm. Provenance: Property of a Lady, NSW | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory tusk, mid-20th century, depicting a village scene, length 35.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory rhino signed by artist to base. Height 3.5 cm. Length 5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory tusk depicting figures in a garden landscape | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese painted ivory foo dogs (2), height 8 cm. Provenance: Property of a Lady, NSW | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama and ivory covered box Meiji period (1868-1912) of rectangular form, the lid decorated with bird and butterfly amongst branches highlighted with mother of pearl flowers, signed | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory figure of a Samurai, Meiji period, the standing figure wearing a traditional costume inlaid with mother-of-pearl, signed, height 15.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Two Chinese carved ivory card cases 19th/20th century each of rectangular form, decorated with scholars and attendants in pavilion setting (2) | *** | |
*** | Japanese shibayama and ivory case of rectangular form, the front decorated with birds amongst lacquer foliage, the reverse with couple and child | *** | |
*** | Japanese carved ivory page turner Meiji period (1868-1912) decorated with figures wearing kimonos, signed | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory Shunga okimono, early 20th century, hair engraved and stained with ink, signed, length 5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory figure, 19th century depicting two figures, one holding flowers, the other a food container, signed to base. Height 16.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory of a Happy Chap, mid 20th century, holding his gourd of wine, seated beside a mushroom lantern on top of a log, on stand, together with an ivory carving of a bearded old man (2), height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese export carved ivory puzzle Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century each piece with floral reticulated design, in rectangular carved box, with booklet | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese carved ivory horses, Republic period, 20th century, with polychrome decoration, on wooden stands (2), height 13 cm. Provenance: The Estate of Neville Grace, Sydney | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ivory box 20th century of circular shape, the lid carved with a dragon, together with a carved ivory box (2) | *** | |
*** | Pair of framed portrait miniatures, Indian, ivory ebonised mounts, depicting a noble man and woman in ceremonial costume (2) 10 x 7 cm | *** | |
*** | Carved ivory figure of a maiden, stamped with red artist's seal to base. Height 5 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory Netuske of a mask by Kogyoku, Edo/Meiji period, 19th century modelled with pierced eyes, the flat back with two himotoshi holes, signed 'Kogyoku' | *** | |
*** | Carved ivory tusk. Depicting two elephants and two hippopotamus, on carved wooden stand (A/F). Height 13 cm. Length 23 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese ivory okimono of the three Wise Monkeys, with incised hair pattern, signed (A/F). Height 3.4 cm. Length 7.4 cm | *** | |