Attributed to Shukosai Anraku, unsigned
Japan, Osaka, first half of 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

Depicting a karako leaning over a table, his robe elaborately carved and adorned with various patterns. The ivory is typically stained with a reddish tint and the expression is comical, both typical for Anraku. The tufts of hair are inlaid in dark horn and the himotoshi are located on the boy’s behind.

HEIGHT 4.2 cm

Condition: A small section of the circular bottom of the table with a restoration. The right leg and part of the robe has been re-attached. Otherwise good condition with associated surface wear and age cracks.
Provenance: Spanish private collection.

This item contains or is made from elephant ivory and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Please note that in compliance with EU regulation effective January 19th, 2022, all items carved from elephant ivory before 1947 must carry a legal trade permit issued by the Austrian ministry of trade, or any other appropriate authority within the European Union. For this reason, any sale of such item can only be concluded after such permit has been granted. All payments made prior to the issuance of the respective permit will be held in escrow until the application for the permit has been approved. Please note that according to EU regulation it may take up to 3 months until the permit has been granted. In case the permit is declined, or not granted after 3 months, the payment will be returned to the client immediately.