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A pair of carved ivory, wood, gilt and mother-of-pearl okimono modeled as two jubilant boys at play. The sculptures are mounted upon gold-lacquered wood stands characteristic of the work of the artist. Miya-o signature plaques. Height, 14�. Meiji Period. Japan. (This artwork represents an extraordinary departure in the use of materials for the artist, who is noted for the most brilliant parcel-gilt and bronze sculptures of his time.) |
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