JAPAN. Boxwood and ivory (elephantidae spp.) okimono, woodcutter standing, his garment inlaid with mother-of-pearl and gold lacquered with flowers, carrying an axe in his right hand and a bundle behind his back, hands, feet, face and bundle in ivory (elephantidae spp.) (accidents). MEIJI period (1868-1912). Height 28 cm - Gross weight: 1135 grams Note: The okimono presented here is typical of the Meiji era. The demand for precious Japanese objects for the European market was very strong at the time, and ivory okimono met this demand. They usually depict scenes of daily life, "small trades" and craftsmen. "and craftsmen. CITES - Object composed in part of ivory from elephantidae spp. In accordance with the provisions of the regulations in force in the European Union (Regulation (EU) n° 2021/2280 of 16/12/21), the object will be delivered to the purchaser with its Intracommunity Certificate N° FR2509402696-K dated 03/11/2025. If the item is to be exported from Europe, a re-export certificate will be required, at the purchaser's expense. The purchaser should also check the legislation in force in the country of destination. Expert: Mrs Alice Jossaume, PORTIER Associés firm