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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 5

Lot 5

Japanese Carved and Stained Ivory Okimono Banana, Meiji Period, 19th/20th century

Japanese Carved and Stained Ivory Okimono Banana, Meiji Period, 19th/20th century
Lot 5 Details
Japanese Carved and Stained Ivory Okimono Banana, Meiji Period, 19th/20th century

the partially peeled fruit depicted in fine trompe l'oeil detail
length 6.5 in — 16.5 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Japanese Carved and Stained Ivory Okimono Banana, Meiji Period, 19th/20th century
  • Japanese Carved and Stained Ivory Okimono Banana, Meiji Period, 19th/20th century
  • Japanese Carved and Stained Ivory Okimono Banana, Meiji Period, 19th/20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Discrete chip to white inner peel. See photo.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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