JAPAN - MEIJI period (1868 - 1912). An ivory brush pot (Elephantidae SPP) with chased and gold lacquered decoration of a man holding a fan and butterflies. Dim. 9 x 5.5 x 4.5 cm. Gilded wooden base. Comment : The ivory objects in the shibayama style come from the town of the same name in Chiba prefecture. Here, worked ivory is combined with other techniques such as lacquer or hard stone inlay. Elephantidae SPP Gross weight: 219 g. The CITES passport will be given to the buyer.Appraisal: Cabinet Portier.