Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) Very finely carved and stained, depicting a beautiful woman (bijin) lifting her large and finely incised straw hat, while cradling her young child, wrapped tightly in a cloth, against her breasts. Another young child holding a stick and wearing a small child’s sword is standing beside her trying to get her attention. Her robe is adorned with fine patterns. HEIGHT 17 cm Condition: One of the cords on the inside is chipped. Otherwise fine condition. Provenance: British collection.