Furniture, Works of Art & Clocks - 4th October 2017

Lot 101

λ A pair of Japanese ivory tusk vases

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £1500

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Description

λ A pair of Japanese ivory tusk vases, carved in relief with country folk, carrying pails of water from a well and with bunches of firewood, in a cloudy, rocky and pine tree landscape, both with signatures and brass liners, Meiji 1868-1912, 28.9cm high. (2)

Provenance: From a distinguished naval family.