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Ivory Okimono of a Bird Catcher, Japan, 19th century, demonstrating catching birds using a little turtle, with two boys, coated in transparent wax, signed Teishu on base, ht. 7 3/4 in. Provenance: C. Will Chappell, Oneida, New York; Yamanaka & Co., Atlantic City, New Jersey; Yoshima & Co., Atlantic City, New Jersey; Kondo & Co., Atlantic City, New Jersey; Moore Brothers, Dr, Atlantic City, New Jersey; property by descent of the great-grandniece of Mrs. Chappell; copy of original receipt available.


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Date:
2013-04-23

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