Description An ivory and wood okimono of Guanyu. Meiji Period (1868-1912). Holding his weapon in his right hand, grabbing his beard with left hand. Face, hands, handle of weapon and ornament are in carved ivory. Three character mark on the bottom back. 14 1/2" x 6 5/8". THIS LOT CONTAINS ANIMAL OR PLANT MATERIAL THAT MAY BE RESTRICTED UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, AND/ OR LOCAL LAW. BIDDERS SHOULD CHECK ALL APPLICABLE GOVERNMENT WILDLIFE RESTRICTIONS PRIOR TO PLACING A BID. THE BUYER WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING ANY NECESSARY LICENSE OR PERMITS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OR TRANSPORT OF THE OBJECT. Condition: Cracks to his right face, body; abrasion to whole body; chip to this right waist; repair on his left back sleeve; loss of part of weapon, and sword.
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