Antique Meiji Ivory Okimono
Geisha
Holding Parasol
Signed: Chokazu. Circa: early 20th Century
H 5 in.(12.5cm), W 3 in.(7.5cm), D 2 in.(5cm)
Condition: small crackline, o.a. good

Okimono geisha holding a parasol, her Susuki grass themed kimono worn with sophistication; a second skin, wrapping the figure in a fall theme. In conjunction with the chrysanthemum hanging loosely from her inwardly curved hand, a coral kanzashi protrudes from her precisely coiffured hair, signifying the height of fall. A wide simple collar indicates that this is a mature geisha, well past her training stages, as does the square, chrysanthemum themed taiko obi attached to her back side. The parasol is expertly carved, amazingly thin but not brittle. A single tabi wearing foot peaks out from beneath her kimono; a slight willowy lean in her stance. Though marred by a few age cracks, a beautiful piece in good condition.

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