An ivory model of a Daruma doll by Ohara Mitsuhiro, osaka (1810-1875)

Estimate

3,000 - 4,000 GBP

bidding is closed

Description

4.1cm., 1 5/8 in.

swathed in a voluminous robe, open to reveal the top part of his face with inlaid eyes, the ivory is slightly worn and bears a good patina, signed Mitsuhiro with kakihan

Provenance

Previously sold in these rooms, 16th March 1983, lot 5

Exhibited

Eskenazi, Ltd., June 1998