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May 2005 Fine Art & Antiques

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248. A Shoki and Oni Okimono, Japanese, circa 19th Century

A humorous carving depicting the Oni giving Shoki a back rub while Shoki smokes a pipe. Both partaking of tea. Eyes accented with black pigment. Signed Kyiuichi. Measures apprx 1"H x 2-1/4"W. The term Okimono relates to free standing display ornaments generally carved in ivory.



600/800   Sold $230.00
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