A small ivory okimono of two playing children

Description:

Japan, signed Tomomasa koku, Meiji period
H. 4 cm, B. 4,3 cm
Finely carved depiction of a Karako playing a drum, with a younger child joyfully attempting to climb onto his back. The drum nails are inlaid with dark horn. Signed on the underside. Weight: 27 g
From a North German private collection, acquired prior to 1990 - The EU trade certificate for the sale of this lot is available - Minor wear