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March 2004 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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510. Japanese Carved Ivory, c. 19th Century

Delicately carved, small ivory depicting a snake eating a rat within a gourd shell. Much attention has been paid to the texture of the snake's skin. Applied black pigment has been rubbed onto surface to bring out the carved details. This piece measures apprx 1-3/4" L x 2-1/2" W.



100/150   Sold $63.25
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