Tokyo School Japanese ivory okimono of a Man doing Matsuri Dance

日本明治時期，東京學派象牙雕像。身穿浴衣，持扇的祭舞者。整體品相良好，可見輕微泛黃。10.5 厘米高，肩部直徑約 5 厘米。 

A lovely Japanese ivory okimono of a man in traditional summer clothing (jinbei).

To me this piece perfectly evokes the feeling of festival/matsuri season in Japan; sunshine, heat, the hint of a breeze and above all the simple cotton jinbei that encapsulates summer. Even his pose, with his fan held to his face, suggests the opening movements of a traditional dance.

This is likely a piece from the late 19th to early 20th century, most likely Meiji period circa turn of the century. The attention to detail of carving and Western-influenced realism in this piece suggests Tokyo School craftsmanship.

Price marked at AUD$2650
Measurements: 10.5cm height, approx 5 cm diameter around the shoulders
Condition: Excellent antique condition with some wear to features and yellowing.