Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) A finely carved group depicting a bijin (beautiful) lady bringing food to her husband who is taking a smoking break and sitting on a pile lumber. Their child is seated next to them and holding down a large double gourd. HEIGHT 6.8 cm Condition: Small chip to the bijin’s finger and some glue residue between the boy and mother. Otherwise good condition. Provenance: British collection.