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Lot 152

Japanese Carved and Polychrome Bone Tusk

Estimate: $300 - $600
Starting Bid
$125

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This large, curved decorative tusk is crafted from natural bone, featuring intricate high-relief carving and polychrome etched details in the Japanese Meiji style. The central focus is a deeply carved dragon winding through swirling clouds and waves. The surrounding surface is densely decorated with etched floral mon (crests), traditional landscape vignettes, and geometric borders accented with black and cinnabar-red pigments. The piece is mounted on a circular dark wood base.

Details

  • Material: Carved bone

  • Style: Japanese Meiji Revival

  • Features: High-relief dragon carving, polychrome etching, wooden base

  • Dimensions: 23.5 inches (Length)

Keywords Japanese carved bone, Meiji style, dragon carving, bovine bone tusk, oriental decor, polychrome etching, relief carving, Asian art, decorative arts, dragon and clouds, etched bone, vintage Japanese decor.

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