Magnificent Okimono

Magnificent Okimono Japan, Meiji period, marked, carved ivory, crafted in several parts and assembled, partly finely engraved and blackened, a fully three-dimensional depiction of the dragon ship with the seven gods of good fortune and the demon-repelling Shoki; the Takarabune is enthroned on a long, rectangular, stepped plinth, lapped by waves and flanked by sea creatures, it symbolises earthly happiness, success, prosperity, longevity and health; has very minor chips; otherwise in good conditi

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