Okimono - Elephant ivory - Grande monaco con Stupa e Drago Ryu - Firmato Gyokuzan. - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

Large one-piece ivory okimono rich in polychrome mother-of-pearl coral and horn inlays depicting a Buddhist monk showing a Stupa, held up with his right hand, with the Buddha inside. In his other hand he holds the scroll with the Sutras. Entirely covered with rich marquetry, it is located near a waterway just above the rock from which a Ryu dragon emerges, representing balance, freedom and good fortune. He is also known to have supernatural powers and wisdom. Signature engraved Gyokuzan. Weight: 1,200 g. In excellent condition. The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped within 1 or at most 2 business days from the day of payment. The shipping price includes delivery via UPS, TNT, DHL or SDA courier (depending on destination address) with full insurance and professional packaging. Original certificate compiled by Luca Mastromauro, an expert in Japanese art, registered with the Milan Chamber of Commerce (number: 2617) , which will be sent with the lot Included with the item is a copy of the certificate of antiquity conforming with the international CITES regulations, issued by CESAR, a centre of Archeometric studies with offices in London, Milan and Rome The original is only available upon request. This item cannot be sold to buyers outside the EU.