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Elstob & Elstob
Lot 1041

A FINE JAPANESE SILVER FOUR-PIECE TEA SERVICE X signed WATANABE, c.1900, comprising a teapot with swing-handle, sucrier, cream jug and a two-handled tray, each piece boldly chased and applied with water irises, ivory insulators to teapot handle, the tray engraved SOUVENIR FROM A FEW OLD KOBE FRIENDS... (4) Tray 57.5cm by 40.5cm, teapot 19cm high overall, 110.7 troy ounces grossWith non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number 8QYRJQYDSome bruising and surface wear to the tray. Pin lacking to handle of the teapot, but the handle is sturdy. General surface wear and marks throughout commensurate with age and use. In generally good condition.

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Elstob & Elstob
Lot 1112

A GEORGE IV SCOTTISH SILVER THREE-PIECE TEA SERVICE X by Charles Bendy, Edinburgh 1821, comprising teapot, cream jug and two-handled sugar bowl, chased with scrolls and foliage, each twice engraved with a crest and the motto CORDE ET MANU, ivory insulators to handle of the teapot. (3) Teapot 17cm high, 29cm long, 51.5 troy ounces grossWith non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number C9JH1QB9Marks are clear and well-struck. Minor surface wear and generally in very good condition. The foot of the cream jug is ever so slightly distorted, but this isn't very important and certainly does not detract.

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Elstob & Elstob
Lot 1115

A GEORGE III SILVER COFFEE POT X lacking maker's mark, Newcastle 1784, pear-shaped, the hinged high domed cover with urn-form finial, engraved with a crest, ivory insulators to handle. 31cm high, 31.8 troy ouncesWith non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number 34EHAA1E

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Elstob & Elstob
Lot 1258

AN EDWARDIAN GENTLEMAN'S SILVER-TOPPED DRESSING TABLE SET AND MANICURE SET the jar tops by John Pound & Co, London 1908, the brush mounts by Colen Hewer Cheshire, Chester 1905 and 1908, comprising hand mirror, three brushes and four glass jars, in a fitted leather travel case; together with a manicure set en suite, in leather roll case. (2)Ivory pieces have been removed from this lot

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Elstob & Elstob
Lot 1291

AN ARTS AND CRAFTS SILVER HOT WATER JUG X by Omar Ramsden, London 1923, of baluster form with hinged bulbous cover, the spot-hammered ground chased with squiggle drapes and onion-shaped lozenges, inscribed OMAR RAMSDEN ME FECIT, ivory insulator top handle. 20cm high, 12.5 troy ouncesWith non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number 36KPBVTY

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 294

Ɏ A LARGE BLACK AND GOLD LACQUERED SHRINE (ZUSHI) WITH KANNON, BISHAMONTEN AND FUDO MYO-OJapan, 18th-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The exterior lacquered black and fitted with metal hinges and handles, the interior with a dark wood figure of Kannon seated on a gilt-wood lotus throne atop a rockwork base, holding a gilt lotus blossom in her raised left hand, her serene face with heavy-lidded downcast eyes, hair pulled up into a chignon, a gilt halo behind her head. Kannon is flanked by Bishamonten to her right standing on a demon and brandishing his spear, and by Fudo Myo-o to her left engulfed in flames and holding his sword, the interior doors and back lacquered gold, the canopy decorated with hanging metal emblems embellished with coral and stones.HEIGHT 38 cmCondition: Good condition with some wear, minor nicks, light scratches, age cracks, minor losses, the doors with old repairs, the shrine further with minor old repairs and touchups here and there.Provenance: From a German private collection, assembled between 1990 and 2007.This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 55

YABU MEIZAN: A SUPERB AND LARGE SATSUMA VASE WITH SPARROWBy Yabu Meizan (1853-1934), signed Yabu MeizanJapan, late 19th to early 20th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)The ovoid body rising from a recessed foot to an everted flat rim, finely enameled and gilt to the sides with a bird in an autumnal branch, the slightly rotten leaves are achieved with great naturalism and the complete image stands out beautifully against the pure ivory white crackled ground, the lip with a band of floral scroll. Signed to the base YABU MEIZAN within a gilt seal.HEIGHT 23.6 cmCondition: Two tiny, restored chips underneath the outer lip, otherwise excellent condition with minor wear to gilt.Provenance: From an important East German private collection, mainly assembled in the 1970s and 80s.Yabu Meizan (1853-1934) was a Japanese artist and workshop owner known for painting on porcelain. His studio produced high-end Satsuma ware and he was one of the artists who continued the tradition of high artistic quality while also successfully exporting. Meizan actively marketed his work internationally as well as domestically, taking an active role in organizing the presentation of Japanese wares at world fairs.Auction comparison: Compare with a closely related vase by Yabu Meizan depicting a similar motif and of almost the same size at Christie's, the Avo Krikorian collection: Innovation and inspiration of Meiji period design, 19 February 2007, Geneva, lot 47 (sold for 26,400 CHF).

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 122

Ɏ A FINE IVORY NETSUKE OF A SHISHI, ATTRIBUTED TO RENSAIAttributed to Ishikawa Rensai, unsignedJapan, Asakusa, Tokyo, second half of 19th centuryFinely carved as a seated Shishi with its paws placed firmly on the ground and looking upwards. The mythical animal has a grim expression with furrowed bushy eyebrows, and the pupils are ringed and minutely inlaid in dark horn. The curly mane and bushy tail are carved very well. The lightly stained ivory is smoothly polished. The slightly flattened underside with a bridge functioning as himotoshi. HEIGHT 3.3 cm Condition: Very good condition with a visible nerve channel running through the ivory. Provenance: European collection.The expression, placement of the pupils, manner of the curls and treatment of the ivory justify the attribution to the Asakusa master Ishikawa Rensai. Auction comparison: Compare to a netsuke by Rensai, sold by Zacke, Japanische Netsuke - Ausstellung 1990, Vienna, no. 50.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0384). This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 126

Ɏ A RARE IVORY NETSUKE OF A DUTCHMAN WITH KARAKOJapan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The Dutchman and boy standing side by side, the karako holding a fan behind his companion’s back, the foreigner holding a closed folding fan, both wearing long buttoned robes with wave designs, the man with characteristically curled hair and wearing a large hat, his back with two asymmetrical himotoshi.HEIGHT 7.8 cmCondition: Very good condition, appealingly worn, few minor age cracks, a small nick to the hat. Fine honey-yellow patina.Provenance: European collection.The present netsuke is quite unusual in that the Dutchman and child are standing side by side. Netsuke depicting a Dutchman with child almost invariably depict the foreigner carrying the child, either on his back or in the case of smaller children in the front. The karako in this netsuke, however, seems to have reached an age where such action would be deemed inappropriate.This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0285).

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 130

Ɏ TOKOKU: A FINE MARINE IVORY RYUSA MANJU NETSUKE DEPICTING ONA NO TOFUSigned Tokoku Japan, Asakusa, mid to late 19th centuryAn early work by the artist who started out in the Asakusa school, founded by Ozaki Kokusai, and is probably best known for his later mixed-material carvings which are unparalleled in their quality and style. However, he also made very good ryusa manju when he was still active in the Asakusa school, though they are rarely found at auction. This ryusa manju, openworked on the sides depicting finely carved magnolia blossoms, shows Ona no Tofu on the separately carved inset medallion. He is depicted underneath a tree wearing courtly robes, an eboshi and holding a fan. The reverse with further blossoming magnolia amongst clouds carved in relief above an attractively stippled surface. Typical irregular himotoshi and the signature TOKOKU on an inlaid silver tablet. The material almost looks like ivory, however the sides reveal characteristic inclusions typical for marine ivory.DIAMETER 4 cm, WIDTH 1.5 cmCondition: Good condition, the separately carved central medallion has come a little bit loose at the top, and very minor cracks to the openworked section on the side.Provenance: European private collection.This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 137

Ɏ A SMALL IVORY NETSUKE OF TOBOSAKU SENNINJapan, Kyoto, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The peach sennin standing on one foot and holding a large fruiting peach branch. His robes neatly incised with cloud motifs. Two symmetrical himotoshi through the back.HEIGHT 4.4 cmCondition: Very good condition, minor wear. The ivory with fine honey-yellow patina on the reverse.Provenance: Old Viennese private collection.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0307).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 155

Ɏ AN IVORY AND MIXED METAL KAGAMIBUTA NETSUKE DEPICTING TWO FIGURES ON A BOATJapan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of circular form, the ivory bowl fitted with a shibuichi plate finely decorated in iro-e takazogan with gold, silver and copper highlights, depicting two figures in a low ferry boat sailing nearby a bridge support, with a night cuckoo flying directly above them. The himotoshi through the bowl and a looped cord attachment at the backside of the disc.DIAMETER 4.4 cmCondition: Good condition with usual traces of wear and age. Provenance: Notable European collection, ex-collection Elinor “Elly” Nordskog (1919-2013).Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0399).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 157

Ɏ GYOKU: AN IVORY NETSUKE OF AN ALBINO RABBITBy Gyoku, by Gyoku Japan, 19th centuryThe ivory netsuke wonderfully rounded, depicting a chubby hare (usagi), with its eyes inlaid in red glass, and its long ears falling over its back. The asymmetrical himotoshi at the underside together with the engraved artist signature GYOKU.LENGTH 3.8 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor traces of wear and age. Provenance: Notable European collection, ex-collection June Schuerch (1930-2009).Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0403).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 158

Ɏ KAIGYOKUSAI MASATSUGU: A SUPERB IVORY OJIME OF TWO TURTLESBy Kaigyokusai Masatsugu (1813-1892), signed Masatsugu 正次Japan, Osaka, mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Carved from a choice piece of lightly stained tokata ivory as two turtles embracing one another, the cord channel between them. The details are masterfully worked, especially when considering the size, the eyes are inlaid in pale, translucent horn. Signed MASATSUGU. HEIGHT 1.7 cm Condition: Good condition, tiny nicks.Provenance: From the Melvin Jahss Collection. Notable European collection, acquired from the above. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0242).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 164

Ɏ AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A RECLINING HOTEI WITH HOSSU (FLYWHISK)Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Finely carved in a reclining posture, holding a hossu, the netsuke of a type meant to be worn horizontally reclining on the top of the obi. His loose robe with finely carved folds and opening at the chest to reveal his rotund belly and ample chest, a cheerful expression on his chubby face, the mouth agape in a laugh, the back with two generously excavated, asymmetrical himotoshi.LENGTH 6.1 cmCondition: Very good condition, appealingly worn, minor age cracks, light honey-yellow patina to the reverse. The himotoshi clearly display signs of use.Provenance: Acquired at Kunsthaus Lempertz, Asian Art, 6 September 2017, Cologne, lot 500.Netsuke such as the present lot are of unusually high quality for early figural ivory netsuke. Unlike the seated Hotei types, which tend to follow earlier Chinese models, these horizontal variants are purely Japanese in concept.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0339).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 167

Ɏ IKKO: A RARE IVORY MANJU NETSUKE WITH TWO SAMURAIBy Hasegawa Ikko, signed Ikko 一光Japan, c. 1830, Edo period (1615-1868)Published: Sydney L. Moss (2010) they are all fire and every one doth shine. The Elly Nordskog Collection of Japanese Inro, Pipecases and Netsuke, London, pp. 370-371, no. 118.Of flattened, rounded square form with indented corners, the sunken obverse carved in relief against a cash (shippo) ground with two samurai standing in dynamic poses with amusing expressions, fully clad in neatly incised armor, the edge and rim incised with a herringbone pattern, the reverse engraved with a pine tree and branch, further with two large himotoshi and the signature IKKO within an oblong reserve. Note the fine staining of the ivory and skillful use of sumi.SIZE 4.3 x 4.5 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor surface wear, minimal age cracks, traces of use. The reverse with a fine, warm, smooth patina.Provenance: Ex-collection Elinor ‘Elly’ Nordskog. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0243).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 168

Ɏ A FINE IVORY AND EBONY NETSUKE OF AN OX-HERDER AND OXJapan, Edo/Tokyo, second half of 19th centuryFinely carved as a young oxherder playing the flute atop a recumbent ox. The ox, carved from ebony wood, has finely rendered hairwork and inlaid eyes. The boy, carved from ivory bearing a lustrous polish, is portrayed almost naked wearing only an open robe revealing his genitals, a basket containing a sickle behind him. Big asymmetrical himotoshi and illegible signature to the underside.LENGTH 4.3 cmCondition: With minor surface wear, a section of the ox’s tail repaired. The signature partially eradicated. Provenance: French private collection, purchased from Sotheby’s in 2015.The imagery plays on a Zen Buddhist parable which draws a parallel between the herdboy and ox and the attainment of enlightenment. It is most famously portrayed in the series of ten ox herding pictures (originally only eight) accompanied by a series of short poems by Kakuan Shien.Auction comparison:A related ebony and ivory netsuke of an oxherder with ox by Kagetoshi was sold at Zacke, Fine Netsuke & Sagemono, 25 September 2020, Vienna, lot 158 (sold for 3,666 EUR).Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0336).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 170

Ɏ HOJITSU: A FINE IVORY KAGAMIBUTA NETSUKE WITH A RAKANBy Meikeisai Hojitsu, signed Hojitsu 法實 with kakihanJapan, Edo (Tokyo), mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Consisting of two parts, the front of the flush-fitting disc engraved in shishiaibori (sunken relief) with an image of a meditating rakan with a stern-faced expression, surrounded by a halo. The ivory bearing a light, lustrous stain, the surface superbly polished. Central himotoshi to the back, the cord attachment to the back of the disc next to the neatly incised signature HOJITSU and kakihan.DIAMETER 4.1 cmCondition: Excellent condition, minor wear.Provenance: Purchased from Nagel auctions, Stuttgart, May 2006. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0225).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 171

Ɏ KOSAI MORITOSHI: A SUPERB IVORY MANJU NETSUKE DEPICTING THE TALE OF PRINCE HANZOKU AND THE NINE-TAILED FOXBy Kosai Moritoshi (1854-1911), signed Kosai Moritoshi 孝齋 守壽 with kakihanJapan, Edo (Tokyo), mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of circular form, the two-part manju finely carved to one side in shishiaibori (sunken relief) with Prince Hanzoku standing in a dynamic pose with all limbs spread out, wearing a pleated sarong and billowing scarves, adorned with a beaded necklace, his face with a grim expression, his curled hair neatly incised. The other side similarly carved with a nine-tailed fox, the true form of Hanzoku’s consort Lady Kayo, the beast with a fierce expression, the long body elegantly curved and still covered in the fine robes of her previous guise. Signed to the back KOSAI MORITOSHI with the characteristic ‘flying crane’ kakihan.DIAMETER 5.3 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor surface wear. Fine honey-yellow patina.The present netsuke depicts the Indian prince Hanzoku and his consort Lady Kayo, who reveals herself as a nine-tailed fox, and is based on a print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861) from 1849.Kosai Moritoshi (1854-1911) was the founder of a school of Manju netsuke carvers. Ueda Reikichi describes this carver’s work as having “a beautiful style”, see Bushell, Raymond (1961) The Netsuke Handbook by Ueda Reikichi, p. 543.Literature comparison: Compare a related ivory manju netsuke by Kosai Moritoshi, similarly carved in shishiaibori, formerly in the collection of Raymond Bushell and now in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, accession number M.87.263.25. Compare a closely related ivory manju netsuke, the subject described as “the story of Abe no Seimei and the nine-tailed fox”, signed Shunkosai Moritoshi and also with a ‘flying crane’ kakihan, dated c. 1870, illustrated in Meinertzhagen, Frederick / Lazarnick, George (1986) MCI, Part A, p. 581.Auction comparison: Compare a related ivory manju netsuke by Moritoshi, similarly carved in shishiaibori and also with a ‘flying crane’ kakihan, at Bonhams, Asian Decorative Arts, 24 June 2015, San Francisco, lot 8007 (sold for 3,750 USD). Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0229).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 173

Ɏ A SUPERBLY INLAID IVORY MANJU NETSUKE DEPICTING A BOY AND GOATInscribed Shibayama 芝山Japan, Tokyo, late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)Published: Netsuke Kenkyukai Study Journal, vol.11, no.1, p. 12.Sydney L. Moss (2010) they are all fire and every one doth shine. The Elly Nordskog Collection of Japanese Inro, Pipecases and Netsuke, London, pp. 378-379, no. 124.The two-part ivory manju netsuke superbly inlaid in silver with gold and copper details, translucent buffalo horn, aogai, and malachite with a design of a boy dressed in Korean garments, riding a goat and holding a fan, next to craggy rocks, a fence, and a large leafy plant. The back with central himotoshi and replaced signature plaque reading Shibayama.DIAMETER 3.9 cmCondition: Good condition, minor wear to inlays, possibly some minor old repairs to malachite. The signature plaque is replaced.Provenance: Ex-collection Elinor “Elly” Nordskog (1919-2013).As noted by Sydney Moss Ltd. it is unlikely that this manju is by a member of the Shibayama family, but much more likely by the talented metalworker Serizawa Ryumin (born ca. 1836).Literature comparison:A related manju netsuke with similar inlays depicting Tenaga is in The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, Maryland, accession no. 71.985. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0206).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 174

Ɏ A FINE IVORY NETSUKE OF A SAKE BOTTLE (TOKKURI)Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Finely carved as a sake bottle, one side worked with the lucky god Hotei in sunken relief, the concentric circles across the globular body imitating the lines that are created when the lathe is turned, the underside marked with an imitation pottery seal mark in the form of a kakihan (artist’s monogram).HEIGHT 4.4 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor surface wear and natural age cracks. Provenance: German private collection, purchased from Lempertz, Cologne, in 2014.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0334).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 177

Ɏ HOZAN: AN IVORY MANJU NETSUKE DEPICTING A BOY WITH BAGBy Hozan, signed Hozan with kakihan Japan, Edo (Tokyo), mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of circular form, the two-part manju finely carved in shishiaibori (sunken relief) to one side with a karako holding a bag behind his back (an allusion to the lucky god Hotei), the face with a cheerful expression. The reverse with a neatly engraved staff, a central himotoshi and the signature HOZAN with kakihan – a pupil of Hojitsu.DIAMETER 4.4 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor wear, fine age cracks.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0304).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 178

Ɏ RYUMIN: A FINE IVORY MANJU NETSUKE OF A SAMBASO DANCERBy Ryumin, signed Ryumin with kakihan Japan, Edo (Tokyo), c. 1860, Edo period (1615-1868)Published: Sydney L. Moss (2010) they are all fire and every one doth shine. The Elly Nordskog Collection of Japanese Inro, Pipecases and Netsuke, London, pp. 376-377, no. 123.Of circular form, the two-part manju finely carved to one side in shishiaibori (sunken relief) with a sambaso dancer in a dynamic pose with all limbs spread out, his face with a joyful expression. The reverse carved with a long-haired female courtier seen from behind, the hair neatly incised. The back with central himotoshi and red-ink signature RYUMIN with kakihan.DIAMETER 4.5 cmCondition: Very good condition with a minor nibbling to the rim.Provenance: Ex-collection Elinor “Elly” Nordskog (1919-2013).Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0308).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 180

Ɏ AN IVORY AND METAL KAGAMIBUTA NETSUKE DEPICTING A KONOHA TENGU WITH A GEISHAJapan, late 19th centuryOf circular form, the ivory bowl fitted with a shibuichi plate very finely worked in high relief and decorated in gold and copper takazogan to depict a Konoha tengu, with a suggestively elongated nose, following a geisha. Central himotoshi to the back.DIAMETER 4 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor surface wear and traces of use.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0316).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 184

Ɏ TENMIN: AN IVORY AND METAL KAGAMIBUTA WITH RAKANBy Asama Tenmin, signed Tenmin 天民Japan, Tokyo, late 19th centuryThe disc very finely worked in high relief with a pensive Rakan with long eyebrows and a bushy beard, the eyes inlaid with gold. The ivory bowl superbly polished, with a central himotoshi, the cord attachment to the back of the disc.DIAMETER 4 cmCondition: Excellent condition.Provenance: Ex-collection Ted Wrangham, collection no. 2279 (according to label). Edward A. ‘Ted’ Wrangham (1928-2009) formed one of the most important collections of Japanese Art in modern times. His reference book ‘The Index of Inro Artists’ (1995) is considered one of the most important English-language studies on Japanese lacquer ever published. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0234).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 210

Ɏ A FINE IVORY RYUSA MANJU NETSUKE WITH DARUMA, ATTRIBUTED TO RENSAIAttributed to Ishikawa Rensai, unsignedJapan, Tokyo, Asakusa district, late 19th centuryCarved on one side with an image of a grim, pensive Daruma against a ground of leaves and iron bars, the reverse with a beautifully carved hossu (flywhisk) and a nyoi-scepter and central floral himotoshi.DIAMETER 3.8 cmCondition: Very good condition. Fine honey-colored patina.Provenance: French private collection.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0346).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 223

Ɏ AN IVORY NETSUKE DEPICTING A CRANEJapan, Meiji period (1868-1912)The ivory netsuke of rectangular form, decorated with aogai (mother-of-pearl) inlays, depicting a crane with outspread wings. The two asymmetrical himotoshi running through the backside.LENGHT 3.7 cmCondition: Traces of wear and age with small inlays of the crane missing. Provenance: German private collection, acquired between 1960 and 1990.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0434).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 241

Ɏ YOSHIMASA: A VERY FINE SHIBAYAMA INLAID THREE-CASE WOOD INRO DEPICTING HOTEIBy Sakiyama Yoshimasa, signed Shen Nanpin (Nanping Shenquan) no zu ni motte, Seikotei ni oite kore o hori utsusu, Sakiyama Yoshimasa zo Japan, second half of 19th century A superbly inlaid three-case lacquer inro with a beautifully carved reddish wood ground. One side depicting Hotei with inlays of ivory, mother-of-pearl, stained horn and tortoiseshell. The reverse carved in relief depicting a very finely carved dragon emerging from the turbulent sea. Attached red lacquer ojime. The inro is signed and inscribed on the sides: 以南蘋沈銓圖、於青江亭彫写之。崎山良正造“Shen Nanpin (Nanping Shenquan) no zu ni motte, Seikotei ni oite kore o hori utsusu, Sakiyama Yoshimasa zo” Translated: “Based on a painting by Shen Nanpin (active 1682-1780, arrived in Nagasaki, Japan 1731 for two years), engraved at the Seikotei (“Blue Water Pavilion”), Sakiyama Yoshimasa made this” HEIGHT 8 cm Condition: Very good condition. Provenance: European collection.Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0287).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 245

Ɏ RANTEI: A RARE TWO-CASE IVORY INROBy Rantei, signed Rantei Japan, Kyoto, 19th centuryPublished: E. A. Wrangham, The Index of Inro Artists, 1995, p.208, Rantei, second from right.　The two-case inro of oval form, carved in relief with a small boy playing the sho watched by a sage seated on the reverse beside a pine tree, the details very neatly engraved, the downside signed within an irregular reserve RANTEI.HEIGHT 5.1 cmCondition: Excellent condition with minor traces of wear and few natural age cracks, good patina. Provenance: Ex-collection Edward Wrangham. Bonhams, New Bond Street, 10th May 2011, acquired from the above.Auction comparison: Compare two closely related ivory inro signed Rantei and of similar shape and size at Bonhams, The Edward Wrangham Collection of Japanese Art Part III, 15 May 2012, London, lot 361, (sold for 8,254 EUR) and at Bonhams, The Harriet Szechenyi Sale of Japanese Art, 8 November 2011, London, lot 331 (sold for 5,703 EUR).Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0219).This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 246

Ɏ SHISEN: A FINE GOLD LACQUER FOUR-CASE INRO DEPICTING OF A SLEEPING LADYBy Shisen, signed Shisen 芝船 saku 作 Japan, 19th centuryOf rounded rectangular form and oval section, the nashiji ground finely lacquered in gold and colored takamaki-e, hiramaki-e, and tsukegaki to depict a blissfully sleeping court lady, the facial features appearing like the Shinto goddess Okame, her right arm and head resting on a pillow and her left hand holding a fan, wearing voluminous patterned robes, a blind open behind her. The reverse with an empty black lacquer tsuigasane (table tray) and a wooden tray – indicating that the lady has fallen asleep after eating an offering of sweets. The interior of nashiji with gold fundame edges. The underside signed in tensho characters SHISEN saku [made by Shisen].HEIGHT 9 cmCondition: Excellent condition with minor wear, the interior with traces of use. Provenance: A private collection in Somerset, England.With a coral ojime of globular form.The present inro’s depiction of a sleeping court lady may be a mitate allusion to The Pillow Book (Makura no soshi) by Sei Shonagon (c. 966-1017 or 1025). Sei Shonagon was a court lady and poet who served the Empress Teishi during the middle Heian period. Sei Shonagon is often depicted in Japanese art dressed in an elegant kimono and rolling up blinds, although depictions of her sleeping and holding a fan exist as well.This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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Galerie Zacke
Lot 247

Ɏ AN UNUSUAL INLAID BLACK AND GOLD LACQUER FOUR-CASE INRO DEPICTING BONSAI TREESUnsignedJapan, 17th-18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of upright, rectangular form and oval section, the roiro ground lacquer in gold takamaki-e and hiramaki-e as well as inlays of coral and various semi-precious stones, to depict a bonsai tree in a shallow rectangular footed vessel, the exterior of the cord holes decorated with scroll. The interior of roiro with gold fundame edges.HEIGHT 7.5 cmCondition: Good condition with some wear, minor age cracks, small losses to inlays, little flaking to lacquer, the interior with traces of use.Provenance: French private collection.Bonsai is a Japanese version of the original traditional Chinese art penjing or penzai. Unlike penjing, which utilizes traditional techniques to produce entire natural sceneries in small pots that mimic the grandiose and shape of real life sceneries, the Japanese bonsai only attempts to produce small trees that mimic the shape of real life trees. It was during the Tang dynasty, when penjing was at its height, that the art was first introduced into Japan.Bonsai cultivation reached a high level of expertise during the Edo period. Bonsai dating to the 17th century have survived to the present. One of the oldest-known living bonsai trees, considered one of the National Treasures of Japan, can be seen in the Tokyo Imperial Palace collection. A five-needle pine (Pinus pentaphylla var. negishi) known as Sandai-Shogun-No Matsu is documented as having been cared for by Tokugawa Iemitsu. The tree is thought to be at least 500 years old and was trained as a bonsai by 1610.By the end of the 18th century, bonsai cultivation in Japan was becoming widespread and began to interest the general public. In the Tenmei era (1781–88), an exhibit of traditional dwarf potted pines began to be held every year in Kyoto. Connoisseurs from five provinces and neighboring areas would bring one or two plants each to the show in order to submit them to visitors for ranking.This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.

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TW Gaze
Lot 5208

A.R Channel: 'Red Ivory', illustrated by Denys Watkins-Pitchford 'BB', London, Dennis Dobson, 1964, 1st edition, 8 full page black and white ills + ills in text throughour by BB, original cloth, dust wrappers, plus A. Windsor- Rchards: 'The Cabin in the Woods', illustrated by Denys Watkins-Pitchford 'BB', Penshurst, The Friday Press, 1963, 1st edition, full page & in text black and white ills by BB, original cloth, dust wrapper (2)

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TW Gaze
Lot 5186

A.R. channel: 'Red Ivory', L, Dennis Dobson, 1964, 1st edition, full page & in text black and white ills by Denys Watkins-Pitchford 'BB' as called for, original cloth, dust wrapper (VGC/VGC)

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TW Gaze
Lot 5187

Three titles illustrated by Denys Watkins-Pitchford 'BB', comprising 'Red Ivory', 1964, 1st US edition, 'Granny's Wonderful Chair', 1965 reprint, 'The Lost Princess', 1967, 1st edition thus, all original cloth, all in dust wrappers (3)

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McTear's
Lot 183

FINE MATCHED WILLIAM IV SILVER FOUR PIECE TEA SERVICE,the hot water pot maker Charles Fox II, London 1835, the remainder Elder & Co., Edinburgh 1836, all in the rococo taste with profuse cast and relief foliate decoration, the hot water pot inscribed 'Presented to William Mure Esqr. on the 50th anniversary of his arrival at St Mary's Isle as a mark of respect & esteem by J. Selkirk, 24th Novr. 1836', the hot water pot 27cm high, the remaining teaware together with a ladle, a fish slice and silver handled carving set in the King's pattern by Mary Chawner, London (various dates), also a pair cast sugar tongs by Marshall & Sons, Edinburgh, all inscribed with 'WM' monogram and date 24th November 1836, the ladle and fish slice further inscribed 'To WM. Mure Esqr. from I.H. & K.J. Douglas', gross approx. 3210g, all housed in an oak twin handled case inscribed to plaque 'Mr William Mure Eqsr.'Ivory Act 2018 (2022) compliant with APHA registration reference SEN6D9RT.Water pot with two noticeable dents to rim, further indents to body without major impacts; tea pot lid slightly 'smiles', numerous small indents to body, some crimping, pitting and nicks, handle slightly loose; sugar bowl and cream jug with similar generalised wear of small indents, both do wobble when on a flat surface; further overall surface scratches, nicks, tarnish and usual general wear commensurate with age and use; box interior with expected wear, tiredness, exterior with general wearTea pot present, images available 

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Martel Maides Auctions
Lot 169

A 1952 Pattern Polish Air Force NCO's Dagger plain double edged polished blade, numbered 32277, faux ivory handle, metal mounts, Polish eagle to pommel, button catch, leather scabbard with metal mounts, two hanging loops.

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Martel Maides Auctions
Lot 95

A Kriegsmarine Navel Officer's Dagger by Weyersburg & Kirschbaum - Solingen (Kriegsmarine Offiziersdolch). A well-preserved Kriegsmarine officer's dagger constructed of a 25.1 cm-long nickel-plated steel blade, having foliate and anchor decoration, both sides feature two blood groves, on the reverse ricasso, a maker's mark reading 'WKC' along with the profile of a knight's helmet, indicating this dagger was manufactured by Weyersburg & Kirschbaum, Solingen, blade with felt spacer, brass upper cross-guard which bears decorative anchors, In the upper cross-guard sits a fully-functioning blade release button, with the catch set flush into the blade allowing the dagger to remain securely in the scabbard when not in use. The grip is constructed of beautifully preserved ivory-coloured celluloid with seven rows of tightly-wrapped woven brass wire in the creases of the grip. The pommel is constructed of a brass Reichsadler (National Eagle), with the eagle gripping a wreathed swastika, the scabbard is constructed of brass, set into the scabbard are two brass loops attached to oak leaf wreaths allowing the unit to be suspended from a uniform. * Old Wallis & Wallis lot number / tag attached (lot 1920.

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Martel Maides Auctions
Lot 96

A Kriegsmarine Naval Officer's Dagger by Carl Eickhorn SOLINGEN, dagger constructed of a 24.6 cm-long nickel-plated steel blade, decorated with foliate and anchor, both sides feature two blood groves, missing felt spacer, brass upper cross-guard which bears decorative anchors, In the upper cross-guard sits a fully-functioning blade release button, with the catch set flush into the blade allowing the dagger to remain securely in the scabbard when not in use. The grip is ivory-coloured celluloid with seven rows of tightly-wrapped woven brass wire in the creases of the grip. The pommel is constructed of a brass Reichsadler (National Eagle), with the eagle gripping a wreathed swastika, the scabbard is constructed of pebbled brass, set into the scabbard are two brass loops attached to oak leaf wreaths allowing the unit to be suspended from a uniform.

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Ryedale Auctioneers
Lot 124

Early 1960's lacquered brass three branch centre light with mottled frosted and gilt shades, GPO 746F telephone in ivory finish, 1930's chrome plated table lamp, other light fittings, etc

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Gerrards Auction Rooms
Lot 440

Collection of Six Worcester Blush Ivory Porcelain, including four jugs with floral decoration, a pedestal vase and a small flower vase. Slight hairline to one vase, and one spout. Tallest 6.25''.

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Gerrards Auction Rooms
Lot 413

Royal Worcester Hand Painted Twin Handle Blush Ivory Posy Vase. Date 1893, Reg No 180739. Shape No 1556. Height 7 Inches.

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Thomson Roddick Auctioneers & Valuers
Lot 307

Royal Worcester blush ivory porcelain basket, shape number 916, with hand painted floral decoration, 10cm tall. 

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Thomson Roddick Auctioneers & Valuers
Lot 342

Royal Worcester blush ivory porcelain vase, shape number 677, 17cm tall.

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Thomson Roddick Auctioneers & Valuers
Lot 213

Antique cased set of fish servers with faux ivory handles, the blades stamped for makers WH&S. 

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East Bristol Auctions
Lot 594

A large 19th Century Regency rosewood tea caddy of sarcophagus form. The outer case of simple form having a brass hoop swing handles with shell back-plates. Brass lock and escutcheon with gadrooned skirt and brass ball feet with floral decoration. The hinged cover opening to reveal a three section appointed interior with each section having separate lids with ivory handles. Measure approx; 22cm x 32cm x 17cm. Note; one of the ball feet has been replaced.

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Criterion Auctioneers Ltd
Lot 242

A ladies steel & gold Cartier de Santos octagonal watch, REF. 187903, 33039, ivory colour dial with applied Roman numerals, date aperture, quartz movement signed Cartier. Circular case with solid gold octagonal bezel, signed Santos de Cartier & numbered, original sapphire crown, case diameter measures approx. 25mm. Original Cartier Santos steel & solid gold bracelet. With box and papers.

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Vernon Fox Auctions
Lot 2

Nike Men's Off White Dunk Lows Trainers, Sail, Neutral Grey and Pale Ivory, UK 7. Box Damaged

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Reeman Dansie
Lot 158

Good quality Victorian yellow metal mourning brooch with Gothic engraved decoration, locket front with two panels of coiled hair, seed pearl and gold wire binding, engraved ivory panel commemorating two members of the Ray family 5cm x 4 cm in fitted case. APHA Ref: TG7X21MS

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 398

Y THREE PORTRAIT MINIATURES OF OFFICERS 19TH CENTURY ITALIAN SCHOOL oval, watercolour and gouache on ivory, mounted in a period frame, identified and dated on the reverse 'Angelo Macri, Tesuriere Generale dell'[?], ria cesso di vivere li 10 Ap. 1809; Giovanni Andrea Macri, Tenente nel Battaglione Reale d'Istria all epoca 1808; and Agostino de Filaretti, Capitano della Republica Veneta, quin di Maggiore della Augusta Casa d'[?] Stria, Tenente Colon. Comando/ del Battagl. d'In[?] Marina nel epoca 1833'Dimensions:Each 4cm high; 23cm high overallNote: Note: Sold in compliance with UK Government and APHA regulations, with (non-transferable) exemption registration reference GHKB8ZZ2.Please be aware that this lot contains material which may be subject to import/export restrictions, especially outside Great Britain, due to CITES regulations. Please note it is the buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence. For more information visit http://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 446

TABRIZ CARPET NORTHWEST PERSIA, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the indigo field with red medallion, ivory spandrels, within red borderDimensions:385cm x 271cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 448

SHIRVAN RUG EAST CAUCASUS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the ivory field with allover stylised red flowerhead and lattice pattern, within blue borderDimensions:193cm x 130cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 459

MAHAL CARPET WEST PERSIA, LATE 20TH CENTURY the indigo field with red lozenge medallion, ivory spandrels, within red borderDimensions:386cm x 291cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 460

ISFAHAN CARPET CENTRAL PERSIA, MID/LATE 20TH CENTURY the ivory field with allover palmette and foliate lattice pattern, within blue borderDimensions:339cm x 247cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 468

TABRIZ CARPET, SIGNED JAVAN AMIR KHIZ NORTHWEST PERSIA, EARLY/MID 20TH CENTURY the ivory field with allover palmette and vine pattern, within brown borderDimensions:425cm x 300cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 472

HERIZ CARPET NORTHWEST PERSIA, LATE 20TH CENTURY the red field with indigo star medallion, ivory spandrels, within indigo borderDimensions:390cm x 293cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 474

PERSIAN STYLE CARPET LATE 20TH CENTURY the rust red field with indigo medallion, light blue and ivory spandrels, within indigo borderDimensions:366cm x 254cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 475

HERIZ CARPET NORTHWEST PERSIA, LATE 20TH CENTURY the red field with indigo, red and green medallion, ivory spandrels, within indigo borderDimensions:325cm x 245cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 479

NORTHWEST PERSIAN RUNNER LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the indigo field with allover herati pattern, ivory spandrels, within red borderDimensions:471cm x 102cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 480

NORTHWEST PERSIAN RUNNER LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the indigo field with allover herati pattern, ivory spandrels, within ivory borderDimensions:354cm x 105cm

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Lyon & Turnbull
Lot 481

KAZAK LONG RUG SOUTH CAUCASUS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY the red field with five polychrome lozenge medallions, within ivory borderDimensions:292cm x 130cm

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