Figurative ivory carving (okimono) of a standing man holding a scroll and wearing a kanmuri, identifying him as a nobleman, high-ranking official, or Shinto…

Figurative ivory carving (okimono) of a standing man holding a scroll and wearing a kanmuri, identifying him as a nobleman, high-ranking official, or Shinto priest; Japan, 19th century; Tokyo School?, Ivory carved in the full-round style; shoes, eyes, and the incised calligraphy have been blackened; red-lacquered plaque with characters inlaid on the underside; the arched, flaring extension (ei) of the ceremonial headdress is broken off at the back of the head, 19.5 x 6.5 x 5.5 cm, weight 505 g,

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19,5 × 6,5 × 5,5 cm · vikt 505 g