JAPAN - MEIJI period (1868 - 1912). Ivory okimono (Elephantidae SPP), child near a wickerwork henhouse with a rooster and a hen (broken base). Dim. 16 x 13 x 10 cm Comment : The okimono shown here is typical of the early 20th century. The demand for precious Japanese objects for the European market was very high at the time, and ivory okimono met this demand. They usually depict scenes of daily life, "small trades" and craftsmen, or finely carved deities and characters from Japanese folklore.Elephantidae SPP Weight : 357 g. The CITES passport will be given to the buyer.Appraisal: Cabinet Portier.