Okimono - Elephant ivory - Insolito e divertente - Contadino con bambino attaccato da un gruppo di scoiattoli - Firmato Homei - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

Ivory okimono of incredible complicated craftsmanship, depicting a farmer with a child returning from the harvest, frightened and amused by a group of squirrels who try to take some grapes. Very nice and rich scene, from the woven bamboo baskets supported by the ropes, to the child with his mouth and arms open, and the farmer almost poised on one leg tries not to spill the contents of the baskets while the squirrels are slipping in everywhere. Signature engraved on red Homei lacquer surrounded by a floral motif engraving. 423 g. In good condition, the index finger on the left hand has been glued back on, and so has part of the rope on the back - see photos. The lot will be carefully packed 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 Milan Chamber of Commerce (number: 2617) , which will be sent with the lot. Copy of Certificate of Antiquity compliant with the international CITES rules drawn up by the CE. S. AR Archaeometric Study Centre based in London, Milan and Rome, together with the item. The original is only available on request. This item cannot be sold to buyers outside the EU.