LARGE OKIMONO IN IVORY representing a sweetcorn
 
Late Meiji era (1868-1912), early 20th century.
 
Finely and meticulously carved with well-rendered details signed Ryuei Nakagawa Ryuei.
 
Nakagawa Ryuei, one of the best sculptors of his generation, was a student of Kaneda Kenjiro (Master in sculpture).
 
From 1906 to 1910, he was also a member of the Tokyo Chokokai (Tokyo Sculptors Association), a group dedicated to the development and improvement of the art of sculpture.
 
Nakagawa Ryuei was one of the best ivory carvers of his generation.
 
An exceptional object for collectors.
 
small chips.
Good condition overall.
 
30 cm x 6 cm x 4 cm