Okimono of a Samisen player

22.1931

Okimono of a Samisen player

22.1931

Description

A carved ivory figure, perhaps a minstrel taking a break from performing. He holds a Samisen (a three- stringed musical instrument) in one hand. He is about to drink a cup of sake (wine). The gourd shaped bottle lies beside him.

Collection

Japanese Art

Artist

NA

Object Type

Figurine Okimono

Material

Ivory

Schools/Culture/Period

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Technique

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Date

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Location

Japan

Dimension

10 x 8.4 cm