Okimono - Elephant ivory - Pescatore che mostra una tartaruga ad un bambino - Firmato - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

One-piece elephant ivory okimono depicting fisherman showing a turtle to a child who curiously asks him to pick up the animal. Sculpture made from the same block including the base and the basket at their feet. Finely sculpted, in evidence the turtle that stretches its legs in search of a support, is held with a rope. Signed under the base. Very good condition - natural ivory openings on the end of the kimono and under the base - see photos The lot will be carefully packed and shipped within 1 or maximum 2 working days from the day of payment. The shipping price includes delivery via UPS, TNT, DHL or SDA courier (depending on the lot destination) with full insurance and professional packaging. The original certificate compiled by Luca Mastromauro, Japanese art expert number 2617 registered at the Milan Chamber of Commerce, will be sent together with the lot. The item cannot be sold outside the EU.