A Japanese ivory figure of an elephant Meiji Period, late 19th century

the underside of one foot signed with a Japanese character.

Overall good restored condition; the flower head to the top slightly loose and with loss to one outside petal; the proper left ear slightly loose; losses to some inlaid beads; pendant above elephant trunk lacking; two long pendants to the proper back right leg lacking as well as a circular pendant above the back right leg; pendant lacking to the proper front right leg; two pendants lacking to the proper left leg; small pendant lacking to the proper left and right side of the trunk; panel to underside of back proper right foot lacking; panel to underside of proper front right foot loose but present; two panels to the proper right side blanket loose; overall with slight wear, and losses.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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