Clay fisherman and ivory carved scene in a clam shell
16 March 2023
Description

Inside an clam shell Ivory carved scene includes, boat, ducks people all set inside a clam shell carvings are maybe a quarter inch high, fisherman about 2 inches high items brought back from Japan by father after WWII.

Dimensions

fisherman 2 inch high, other item inside a clam shell.

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 19 hours
By David U.
Mar 17, 11:53 UTC
Fair Market Value
$250 - $650 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Richard,

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Considering these images and available information, this item is:

A Chinese carved ivory figure of a clam shell partially opened and revealing a scene of figures, which includes boat, ducks people. 19th century.

Good condition.

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