｜Japan. Edo Period. 18th century.｜Ivory, boldly carved with dark staining and beautiful, gold-yellow natural patina. The jester stands in a belted robe, while his monkey looks attentively around while sitting on a furoshiki on his back, forming a thick roll. H.10,4cm. Condition A/B.｜Please note that objects made of ivory, rhinoceros horn and turtle shell, due to Cites regulations can only be sold within the European Community. At present the export in third countries is prohibited.｜