An unusual and large ivory manjû of a dragon. Mid-19th century - image-1

Lot 1160 Dα

An unusual and large ivory manjû of a dragon. Mid-19th century

Auction 1053 - overview Cologne
05.06.2015, 14:00 - Japanese Art - Netsuke, Okimono, Lacquer and Sagemono, Sword Decoration
Estimate: 300 € - 400 €
Result: 620 € (incl. premium)

An unusual and large ivory manjû of a dragon. Mid-19th century

The flat top carved in sunken relief with a winding dragon in swirling clouds suggesting a storm, the central knob carved with a chrysanthemum and leaves.
Diameter 5.3 cm