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Ivory Tusk Vase

late 1800s

Japan, Meiji period

(1868–1912)
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Medium
carved ivory, pigment
Measurements
Overall: 27 cm (10 5/8 in.); Base: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Lurie 1986.1150.1
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Location
Not on view
Print
A hollow, cream-colored ivory tusk curves upward from an ornate dark wood base. Raised carvings on the ivory depict two armored warriors; one stands holding a long-handled blade vertically, while another sits beneath gold-flecked trees. The dark, octagonal base features four curved legs and is decorated with gold floral scrollwork. Four oval ivory panels, inset with bird and plant designs, encircle the pedestal's center.

Ivory Tusk Vase

late 1800s

Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)

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