JAPAN. Okimono in ivory (elephantidae spp.) and walrus tooth, two young women collecting shells, one holding a basket. Signed Shunzan. MEIJI period (1868 - 1912). Height Height : 15 cm Note: the okimono shown here is typical of the Meiji era. The demand for precious Japanese objects for the European market was very high 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 on the territory of 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° FR2509201739-K dated 2/12/2025. 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