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Meiji period ivory tusk depicting all the Zodiac animals carved in relief.  

Meiji period Japan. (1868-1912)

The fully three dimensional monkey finial on the lid is complete with hard stone eyes. 

The underside of the lid has a beetle carved into it.

5 1/2” (14cm) by 4 1/2” (11.5cm) at the base.

8 1/2” (21.5cm) high.

$6995.