AN JAPANESE IVORY TUSK FUDETATE BRUSH POT WITH FOUR MONKEYS
Ivory Japan, Meiji period (1868 - 1912) Rounded shape with curvature corresponding to the material. The lively saru monkeys show amusing expressions, with dense, colored fur and very expressive, semi-sculptural eyes. The largest monkey is screaming fearfully, as a wasp is trying to land on its head. Shape: Circular base, tusk shapeDimensions: HEIGHT 13.2 cm Condition: Good condition with one tiny age crack to on the side near the baseProvenance: English private collection