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A stained ivory netsuke of a standing fish vendor, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear and deterioration.

A stained ivory netsuke of a seated artisan lacquering a sculpture of The Amida with a brush, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of a standing traveller with a stick and back pack, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of Fujin kneeling on his wind sack, signed GyokuminProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration and age cracks extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of a Shishimai performer beside a child, 19th or 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration, including boy's left arm restored.

A stained ivory netsuke of an Oni scrubbing the back of a Rakan signed HogyokuProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration extant.

A stained ivory netsuke, carved as The Three Sake Tasters with a double gourd flask and a sakazuki, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration and age cracking.

A stained ivory netsuke carved as four seated characters, presumably from The Shichifukujin, signed RakuminProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

An ivory netsuke of two Yamabushi beside an enormous conch shell, red tablet, 19th or 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping. .Some deterioration, including extremity repair. and age cracking.

A stained ivory netsuke of a sparrow holding a teapot, 19th or 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke carved as Three Sake tasters with a large sakazuki; one of the drinkers with a Minogame, presumably as an allusion to Urashima Taro, signed GyokusenProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration, including degradation or repair to sakazuki.

A stained ivory netsuke of a boy beside a mortar, 19th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

An ivory netsuke of a boy with a fan beside a Daruma snowman, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of a seated artisan with a bowl, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some age cracks and wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke carved as a standing street vendor, selling wooden Ema for Shinto and Buddhist Pilgrims; un-signed, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration and age cracks.

A stained ivory netsuke of a boy carrying a Daruma Doll, signed TomomasaProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke carved as Daikoku with two rats, carrying a boy on his shoulder, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration including extremity loss.

A stained ivory netsuke carved as a roof tile maker, signed GyokuzanProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear and age cracking.

A stained ivory netsuke carved as Ebisu holding a sakazuki with his left hand, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration extant.

An ivory netsuke of Hotei sitting in a sack flanked by two boys, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration and age cracking.

A stained ivory netsuke of a Samisen player with a flute, signed Seigyoku, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of Shoki and an Oni, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of a dancing man, with castanets and a wide-brimmed hat, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A small ivory okimono of Jurojin or Fukurokuju with a flute; and an ivory netsuke of a pilgrim with a pair of suzu , both 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear.

A stained ivory netsuke of Shoki with two Oni; and a small okimono of a Shishimai Dancer and street entertainers; the last 6 cm high. Both 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration, age hairlines or cracks.

A stained ivory netsuke of Okame throwing setsubun beans at Haru Matsuri; an Oni hiding behind her, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration including age crack on left sleeve.

An ivory netsuke of a street entertainer holding a tsuzumi and a large sack containing an Okame mask; together with another ivory netsuke of Fujin with his wind sack. Both 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration including chipped waraji on entertainer.

A large stained ivory netsuke of a boy eating shell fish, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory netsuke of a fan dancer with articulated head, signed Chuichi, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration including: top of head dress lacking. and age cracks.

A stained ivory netsuke of Hotei with a boy; together with a small ivory okimono of Daikoku with an articulated rat in his sack (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration extant.

An ivory okimono of a gong painter, 5.5 cm wide; together with a stained ivory netsuke of a seated entertainer pulling a face with both hands; 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping. .Some deterioration including age cracks on both netsuke and okimono.

A stained ivory netsuke of artisans working on a large sculpture of Emma-O, signed TomochikaProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration extant.

An ivory netsuke of a ferry boat, signed SeiminProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear and loss of lustre extant.

A small ivory okimono of a wood cutter, 5.5 cm wide; and an ivory netsuke of a boy with a mokugyo, 19th or 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some deterioration and age cracking.

An ivory okimono of a tray maker, 4cm wide; together with an ivory netsuke of a mask maker, both 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

A stained ivory okimono of a boy with an inkstone, 4 cm high; together with an ivory netsuke of a traveller with a large bundle, signed Rakumin, both 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .

A large ivory netsuke with central himotoshi, carved as three Oni fighting, about 5 cm wide, 19th or 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some wear extant.

An unusual stained ivory netsuke carved as four of The Schichifukujin sitting or climbing on rocks, 20th CenturyProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .Some age cracks and deterioration extant.

A pair of ivory netsuke of basket workers, 20th Century (2)Provenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping .

An ivory netsuke of the mythological fishermen, Ashinaga and Tenaga; 10.5 cm high, un-signedProvenance: The Property of a Lady. From a Private Collection acquired by her Great-Grandfather and all collected prior to his death in 1944.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF IVORY. Buyers must be aware that regulations of several countries, including USA, prohibit the import of ivory, or any goods containing ivory. Ewbank's advise prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country that they must familiarise themselves with the relevant import/export regulations prior to bidding. They are responsible for their shipping arrangements, and the onus is therefore on them to arrange their own shipping. .

A Japanese Edo period carved fruitwood netsuke of a skeletal figure with one ivory eye and ivory signature panel, H. 3cm. Possible minor repair to mouse's tail

comprising approximately 170 catalogues in total, with 94 catalogues from the Sotheby's dated from 8 March 1966 to 25 May 1971, accompanied by 76 catalogues from Christie's dated from 11 October 1965 to 29 July 1969, some titled 'Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art' (Christie's 19 June 1967), 'An Important Collection of Japanese Netsuke' (Christie's 21-23 February 1966), 'A Fine Collection of Chinese Export Porcelain' (Sotherby's 27 October 1970), 'Catalogue of Important Archaic Chinese Bronzes Sculpture and Ceramics- The Property of Mrs. Mary Cohen' (Sotheby's 14 July 1970) (Dimensions: largest catalogue:  24.5cm x 18.5cm) (Qty: qty)(largest catalogue:  24.5cm x 18.5cm)

Two Chinese carved wooden netsuke, one in the form of a rabbit with a signature to the base and the other two rats in a shoe

An unusual Japanese ivory netsuke of a tortoise on lotus leaf, with semi precious stones, Taisho period, 4cm H.

A FINELY CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO, 19th century, modelled as a seated shishi, with curled mane and tail, 5.5cm high; together with a Japanese netsuke, 19th century, modelled as a tradesman standing with open robes, carrying a bindle

Signed ivory netsuke of a monkey, wood lion netsuke and cigar cutter (3).

A Japanese carved ivory netsuke, a pair of pierced ivory vases, jar and cover, etc. (9)

A Japanese ivory carving of a clam shell and four carved ivory netsuke

Boxwood and ivory netsuke Japanese, early 20th Century in the form of a figure holding a cage

Five reference books on Netsuke including Neil K. Davey Netsuke 1982, Rosemary Bandini Shishi and Other Netsuke 1999, Arnoldsche Netsuke - The Trumpf Collection 2000 etc; together with five reference books on horology and clocks including three by Brian Loomes (10) Condition Report & Further Details Click here for further images, condition, auction times & delivery costs

A Japanese Walrus Ivory Okimono of a Bijin, she stands dressed in an elaborate O-Sode kimono and holding a spray of peonies, details etched in black, height 21.4cms, Meiji-Taisho Era; Another Walrus Ivory Okimono of a farmer standing on a rocky outcrop, assisted by his son as he holds up a branch of gourds, details etched in black, signed on base, height 25.3cms, Meiji-Taisho Era; And a Group of Seven 20th Century Netsuke of seated figures. ϒ Indicates that this lot may be subject to CITES regulations when exported. Please see our Terms & Conditions for more information.

A 19th Century Japanese Ivory Netsuke, carved as figures riding a donkey, approx 5 x 5.5 cms. (af)

A Chinese Ivory Netsuke of a Coiled Serpent, approx 3 x 3.8 cms, mounted on a hard-wood stand together with another netsuke of a seated dragon approx 5 x 3 cms. (2)

A 19th Century Japanese Ivory Netsuke, fine carved seated buddha, approx 35 x 15 mm 

Three Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) carved wooden netsuke; Kappa the water imp, caught by a clam trying to release his trapped right foot, signed on base, Oni the Japanese demon, seated raising his right foot, also signed on the base, and a seated street performing 'sneezer' holding an ivory tickling stick wearing loose robes, signature tablet from the base is missing, all approx. 3.5 cm high Oni - good condition, Kappa - good condition but large himotoshi lining has two large chips and small chip on top of head, Sneezer - large himotoshi lining and signature tablet missing, all with light surface scratches

A Japanese ivory netsuke, Meiji period (1868-1912) carved with two seated figures playing the abstract strategy board game 'Go', with two character kanji signature on the base and only partially drilled himotoshi, 3 cm high to/w a  marine ivory netsuke carved with a standing figure leaning on a large peach, unsigned, 3.5 cm high (2)

A mixed group of items, including a snuff bottle, a miniature bell, a netsuke, a porcelain cup etc

ANTIQUE & LATER ORIENTAL CERAMICS & FIGURINES, a mixed group including a carved Japanese netsuke of a hunched man in a robe

An 18th/19th century Japanese ivory netsuke of Gama Sennin, later mounted, height 9cm

Antique Japanese Dragon Form Inro Netsuke, Signed on the interior. Provenance: Private Sarasota, Florida collection. Height: 3.5 inches.