Bowl ivory, disc Shibuchi with details in gold and silver. Very finely cut Takabori Nitta Yoshisada, the famous general, before the battle of Kamakura, praying to the sea god. After finishing his prayer, he threw his precious Tachi as a sacrifice into the floods. ? 5.2cm. Condition A/B. Crack on the bowl, gold and silver rubbed.
Please note that objects made of ivory, rhinoceros horn and turtle shell, due to Cites regulations can only be sold within the European Community. At present the export in third countries is prohibited.